Threads App Review

Instagram was released in 2010. It is now the most-used social media platform among teens, according to research firm Piper Jaffray. Eighty-five percent of teens report using Instagram at least […]

How to Talk to Teens About Vaping

Are you concerned about the recent reports of teens being rushed to the hospital after vaping? The vaping problem is only getting worse. This is how we talk to teens […]

Empowering Children Part 1: I Love You

How our spoken, written, and physical expressions of affection have more power than we realize. Times haven’t changed for the best in my opinion, but then again, I might be […]

Words and Pictures Matter

How to talk to your child about posting images or words that could be construed as a violent threat. On August 25, 2019, Alaska authorities arrested two 13-year-old students for […]

A Real Solution to Stopping Mass Shootings

Students escorted to a school bus at STEM School Highlands Ranch after the shooting. Photo: Hyoung Chang/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images For some parents, their child’s back-to-sch… You’re […]

Keeping Your Kid Safe Over Summer Break

Image Credit: Ourpact.us Summer break is nearly upon us. Most parents think since their child is not in school, the online drama will calm down. Unfortunately, this is not the […]

How We Teach Children to Be Safe Online

During an afternoon presentation, Sgt. Michael Woodroof spoke with students at Lucerne Valley Elementary School. Here students raise their hands after “Sgt. Mike” asked a question about internet saf… You’re […]