• Common Questions

    When Should I Give My Child a Smartphone?

    When is a child ready for their first smartphone? What factors are worth considering in this decision?

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    Which social media features harm youth mental health?

    Which social media features affect kids’ mental health? Why are kids more vulnerable to these features than adults? What changes can social media platforms make to reduce these harms?

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    Is AI safe for children?

    Are generative AI programs like ChatGPT safe for kids? Should AI come with a child-lock or warning label?

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    How does screen use impact vision?

    Does screen use impact ocular health in children? And does it impact visual processing in the brain?

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    How do platforms verify children’s ages?

    There’s extensive talk about age verification. But what is it? How do platforms make sure users are old enough? And can they do a better job?

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    Does screen use affect early cognitive development?

    How does screen use in early childhood affect cognition and brain development? What skills or systems are most impacted?

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    What are the most effective digital parenting strategies?

    Can parents be too hands-off or too hands-on? How do you parent a child versus a teen online? Is it even possible to supervise a kid in a digital age?

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    What is Generative AI?

    What is Generative AI? How does it work, and what makes it “intelligent” in the first place?

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    Are video games addictive?

    Is video game addiction a real disorder? If so, what are the possible signs?

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    Are some types of screen time better than others?

    Are some types of screen time better than others? How does this change depending on a child’s age or other factors?