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Supporting Digital Well‑Being: Helping Teens Unplug and Thrive Offline

Is your teen glued to their screen? It might be more than just boredom — digital addiction is real and growing. From social media scrolling to endless TikTok loops, constant screen time can quietly affect mental health and future well-being. Learn how to spot the signs, help your teen unplug, and take back control of family tech time.

Are you doing enough to protect your child’s digital well-being?

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Family Safety

Protecting Your Children from Online Predators: How to Stay Ahead of the Threats

Online predators are using apps like Snapchat, Instagram, and Discord to target kids in terrifying sextortion scams—building trust, manipulating emotions, and then threatening them for explicit content. As these tactics grow more advanced, many parents remain unaware until it’s too late. Learn how these schemes work, what red flags to watch for, and the proactive steps you can take to keep your child safe. Are you doing enough to protect your teen online?

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Family Safety

Nearly Half of U.S. Teens Are Online ‘Constantly’: What Parents Need to Know About Teen Phone Addiction

Teens today are more connected than ever, but constant screen time comes at a price. From mental health challenges to exposure to online predators, the dangers of digital addiction are real—and growing. As a parent, it’s crucial to understand what your teen is doing online, set healthy boundaries, and stay involved in their digital life.

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