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Parenting Pointers: Synthetic Identity Theft

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Children are especially vulnerable to a new form of identity theft – synthetic – which now makes up 85 percent of cases and means thieves use combinations of real and fake information to take out loans, get credit cards, purchase cars, collect unemployment, and much more. How can parents protect their kids?

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Parenting Pointers: Tips for a Screen-Free Holiday

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Below is a list of tips from experts convened by Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development on how kids and their families can make the most of their time-off this holiday season. Jessica Hartshorn, Parents Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, PhD , Temple University, Brookings Institution Laura Markham, PhD, Aha!

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Teen Mental Health SOS: 8 Expert Tips Every Parent Needs to Know

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As a parent, being equipped with the right knowledge and strategies to support your teen’s mental well-being is crucial. In this blog, we will delve into eight expert tips that every parent needs to know in order to navigate the complexities of teen mental health.

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Parenting Pointers - What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Children on Social Media

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Social media is a “joy thief” in many ways, says Magee, who travels the country speaking with parents and children about substance misuse and mental health. That’s why it’s up to parents to intervene and help them develop healthier habits around their social media use. Yes, many parents love getting on social media themselves.

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Parenting Pointers: Helping Our Teens

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A shocking new report by the CDC confirms what many parents already suspected: Teenage girls are in crisis. Most parents receive news like this with a sinking feeling and a sense of dread. Magee offers a few tips: First, get the lay of the land. Young people face a cauldron of pressures their parents can’t relate to.

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Tips for Choosing Age-Appropriate Video Games for Kids

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However, as a parent or caregiver, it can be overwhelming to decide which video games are suitable for your child. This will give you an insight into the potential risks associated with a game and help you make an informed decision about its appropriateness for your child.

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Book Nook - The Emotionally Intelligent Child

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As the day-to-day effects of the pandemic ease, our children have been left with having to play catch up, learning the social tools and skills that parents of young children took for granted just 3 short years ago. More and more parents work from home and there’s no break from the demands of parenting to working.

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