How teens’ brains make it difficult to make decisions based on eventual goals (as opposed to instant gratification): http://theconversation.com/brain-scans-reveal-why-rewards-and-punishments-dont-seem-to-work-on-teenagers-88177 http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-42152392
Read More »The benefits to TV time with your kids
November 28, 2017 | For parents of children,For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
How watching TV shows with your kids can lead to more connection and conversations: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/for-parents/articles/2017-11-27/the-benefits-of-watching-tv-with-your-kids
Read More »Teens and sexting
November 20, 2017 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
A new app for parents to keep tabs on their teens, and a better option than using it: https://lifehacker.com/dont-use-an-app-to-check-if-your-kids-are-sexting-1820163279
Read More »The case for ordinary
November 17, 2017 | For parents of children | Click on title to comment!
Sometimes pushing your kids to strive for the best is not what is best: http://www.scarymommy.com/your-child-doesnt-have-be-talented/?utm_source=FB
Read More »Homework
November 13, 2017 | For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens | Click on title to comment!
A new app to help kids with learning disabilities interfere with written homework: SnapType makes it easy for kids with learning disabilities to do their homework
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