These days, our kids have watched us use smart devices ever since they were born – and maybe they even joined in occasionally. So it’s no wonder our children will eventually want one. How can parents determine whether their child is ready for this big step? We asked child psychologist Jarmila Tomkova for the answer. … More “Mum, I’m ready!” When should you get your child their first smartphone?
From promoting questionable content to posing security risks, inappropriate ads present multiple dangers for children. Here’s how to help them stay safe. In today’s digital world, ads are practically unavoidable. From pop-up ads on your daily Wordle to sneaky affiliate posts on your favorite social media accounts, we are constantly bombarded with targeted marketing messages … More The ABCs of how online ads can impact children’s well-being
Should children’s apps come with ‘warning labels’? Here’s how to make sure your children’s digital playgrounds are safe places to play and learn. Our children spend more time on their phones than ever. Some 80% of European 9-16-year-olds access the internet from their phones every day. In the UK, 91% of children have a mobile phone by the age of 11. … More Beyond fun and games: Exploring privacy risks in children’s apps
Struggle to know how to help children and teens stay safe in cyberspace? A good ol’ fashioned chat is enough to put them on the right track. In today’s digital age, the internet plays a major role in young people’s lives, influencing how they further grow and develop into fully-fledged adults venturing out into the real … More Cybersecurity starts at home: Help your children stay safe online with open conversations
While the internet offers countless opportunities for learning and growth, it also poses some risk – including the possibility that cybercriminals may steal your children’s personal information. Get to know the red flags. Identity theft can affect children as well as adults. What makes data theft tricky is that it can often go undetected – … More Guarding children against identity theft: Red flags every parent should know
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