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My Child is a Hacker? Help!

By Mike Daugherty
June 21, 2019
Hollywood has done a tremendous job at glorifying the mysterious, mischievous life of a computer hacker. It is easy to see how a child with a passion for electronics could be persuaded into believing this perception is a reality. We take a look at how parents help their amateur hackers avoid pitfalls and find success. ...
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Podcast Episode #29: Digital Dangers

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 16, 2019
Award winning TV anchor Catherine Bosley joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking to share her very personal story of the impact one mistake can have on you in this "day of digital danger." She also covers some things to talk about with your kids to keep them safe and to remind them that the choices they make may be very hard to “erase.” ...
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‘Rage Quitting’ and Technology Troubles

By Lindsey Geiss
June 4, 2019

Have you ever taken away your child’s tablet or interrupted a teen’s video game only to be met with an outburst of anger, hostility or destructive behavior? If so, you

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Podcast Episode #28: Kids and Electronic Addiction

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
June 2, 2019
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks about electronic addiction with licensed psychologist Dr. Jay Berk, who talks about appropriate screen time and things parents can do to manage screen time and their children. Listen as he gives important safety and parenting tips for handling screens. ...
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Family-Friendly Fitness Apps

By Mike Daugherty
May 25, 2019
Bringing your children along with you on a fitness journey can be a fun bonding experience. You also are instilling in them the importance of staying in shape at a young age. Technology can help, but there are over 250,000 health and fitness apps on the App Store alone. Here are a few family-friendly options. ...
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Be Smart, Be Safe: A Parent’s Guide to Cybersecurity

By Mike Daugherty
April 19, 2019
When we think about keeping our family safe online, the conversation usually focuses on the content on the screens of their favorite devices. However, one of the biggest threats to your family’s safety is one that many families tend to overlook: hackers.   ...
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Podcast Episode #24: ‘Social Animals’ Part 2

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
March 17, 2019
On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with Emma Crockett Robinson and her mother, Tamara Crockett, about their experiences with social media, as documented in the film "Social Animals." Emma shares how her struggles with social media affected her, while Tamara discusses warning signs and shares her advice for parents regarding social media. ...
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Creating Confidence Through Coding: Top Coding Sites & Apps for Kids

By Mike Daugherty
February 21, 2019

Advances in technology along with affordable access to smart internet-connected devices are the driving force behind a revolution across the globe. Some academics refer to this as the start of

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Sleep Interrupted: How Screen Time Affects Bedtime

By Angela Gartner
February 4, 2019
Whether it’s a toddler refusing to go bed or a teen who wants to play one more game, many parents are struggling to figure out why their child is at odds with going to sleep. Nightly routines or sleep disorders could be the cause of battles at bedtime. However, many experts cite an increase of screen time and its impact on how kids go to bed. ...
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‘Your Phone is not Your Property’ and Other Screen Time Rules I Give my Kids

By Kristin Gambaccini
January 28, 2019

Ten people sharing space under our one small-ish roof means that privacy is a premium luxury. It’s obviously something that is mandatory while using the restroom, taking a shower or

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