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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

6 Ways to Help a Child With Neuroinflammation Navigate Summer

Low-demand, familiar routines help children with neuroimmune reactive avoidance feel safer during summer by providing predictable daily structure, which supports nervous system regulation.
Parenting
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Real risk to youth mental health is 'addictive use,' not screen time alone, study finds

Addictive use of technology correlates with higher suicidal thoughts in children, not just screen time duration.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

New Europe push to curb children's social media use

The proposal includes setting an age of digital adulthood across the 27-country EU, meaning children will not be able to access social media without parental consent.
Europe politics
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Digital Reset That Kids (and Parents) Need Right Now

Excessive screen time harms children's mental health and adds stress to parenting.
American kids require a digital reset post-pandemic, with parental involvement being key.
Parent communities play a vital role in establishing healthy digital norms.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Nebraska to adopt law aimed at curbing kids' time online

The Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act requires platforms to allow users to opt out of recommendation algorithms to combat prolonged screen time, particularly among kids.
Privacy technologies
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Scroll, Stress, Repeat

The impact of global connectivity on children's emotional well-being is significant, leading to increased anxiety and emotional fatigue.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My 7-year-old is taking medication for anxiety. He's happier and more engaged with our family.

Medication like Zoloft can significantly improve a child's engagement and mood when dealing with anxiety.
Healthcare
fromKqed
5 months ago

Deny and Delay? California Seeks Penalties for Insurers That Repeatedly Get It Wrong | KQED

California lacks transparency on insurer denial rates for mental health care, causing concern as mental health crises grow among youth.
fromThe Verge
8 months ago

Australia bans social media for under 16s

"We want Australian children to have a childhood, and we want parents to know the Government is in their corner," Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a statement earlier this month. "We know some kids will find workarounds, but we’re sending a message to social media companies to clean up their act."
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