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 15, 2024 | Cyberbullying, Screen Time, Social Media, Technology
As a parent of teenagers, I know that every parent wants to give their children every possible advantage. We want them to be the best version of themselves they can be. At Be in Touch, we believe that one of the most impactful advantages we can give our children is a...
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 | Jun 1, 2023 | Screen Time, Social Media
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of many teenagers’ lives. While it offers numerous benefits, it also poses challenges, one of which is the fear of missing out (FOMO). FOMO can cause anxiety, stress, and feelings of...