by Kate Farina | Jan 23, 2025 | Filters & Limits, Screen Time, Technology
When we first started integrating smart devices as a part of the educational system in South Africa, we had little understanding of the wider impact on children, tweens and teens. As a parent of teens, having seen the awesome impact that tech can make on learning, I...
by Kate Farina | Nov 11, 2024 | Filters & Limits, Gaming, Screen Time, Social Media, Technology
In the grand tapestry of human history, we’ve woven a new glittering thread: the digital age. It’s a world of infinite scrolls, dopamine hits, and the constant allure of the next notification. But beneath the shine, a dark battle is unfolding – a battle...
by Kate Farina | Sep 18, 2024 | Cyberbullying, Filters & Limits, Pornography & Violence, Screen Time, Settings, Social Media, Stranger Danger, Technology
How did we get here? We are currently experiencing a massive global shift in thinking, as 14 years of research is showing that too much and inappropriate screen exposure is linked to the declining mental and physical health of this generation of tweens and teens. Yes,...
by Kate Farina | Jun 4, 2024 | Cyberbullying, Filters & Limits, Gaming, Pornography & Violence, Screen Time, Settings, Social Media, Technology
A shift is happening We are currently experiencing a massive shift in consciousness of thinking, as too much and inappropriate screen exposure is being linked more conclusively to the declining mental and physical health of this generation of tweens and teens. As a...
by Kate Farina | May 22, 2023 | Filters & Limits, Screen Time, Settings, Technology
Managing tech is a lifelong challenge for all of us! It’s DESIGNED to hook us in and keep us there. So modelling, building and reinforcing simple habits that will have a chance of sticking, is part of future-proofing your child. And it’s good for the whole family!...
by Kate Farina | Feb 21, 2023 | Filters & Limits, Screen Time, Settings, Social Media, Stranger Danger
Parenting these days is a busy job, often requiring lots of juggling of overlapping schedules! Knowing where your kids are and where they should (or shouldn’t!) be, is more than peace of mind for many parents – it’s a safety issue. In today’s online and offline...
