I was 15 when I first fell in love. I sat on the hand accidentally of Tom in ‘The Cat’s Whisker’s’ in Streatham watching Tina Charles sing her UK no. 1 hit “I Love to...
‘It’s SO easy to lie’ A number of tech firms have recently announced measures to make social media safer for young people, such as Instagram launching “teen accounts.” However...
Credit: Freepik Encouraging Kids to Switch Off Devices Themselves Is A Small Habit with BIG Benefits! In today’s digital age, screens are everywhere, and managing screen time has become a...
One of the most frequent questions I get asked on my Navigating the Digital Jungle podcast is: “How do I get my kids off screens?” Here are my top five simple tips to help: No screens at least one...
Research from a new Channel 4documentary shows just how bad mobile phones can be for children in terms of their mood and sleep patterns. Matt and Emma Willis front Swiped on Channel 4 and they...
Solitude: Teaching Children to Trust Their Own Thoughts and Feelings In a world filled with constant distractions, from the buzz of notifications to the pull of screens, the idea of solitude can...
I was working with a Dad of a 17 year old and a 15 year old and we were discussing online safety and how to talk to his teens without sounding like a fuddy duddy so I gave him some scripts to use to...
When Love Speeds Ahead: How Smartphones Fuel Teen Relationship Intensity As a mother, Emma always tried to give her 15-year-old son, Jake, the space to grow into his independence. But when Jake...
Credit: Freepik I’ve been really pondering the distinctions and listening to the debates around giving children smartphones versus access to social media. Smartphones vs. Social Media: Understanding...
The Top 5 Digital Challenges for Parents - And How to Solve Them
A Practical Guide
A calm, practical starter guide from Sue Atkins to help you handle smartphones, social media, gaming, sleep and online pressure — without rows or panic. Download the free scripts and tips here.
