We might laugh at Hollywood’s ideas about marriage, but movies have the capacity to both undermine and inspire our relationships.
Effects of Media & Technology
Now, more than ever, we need to be mindful of our screens and how we use them. We should always be their masters—and never let them be masters over us.
One way to protect our kids from watching harmful things is to restrict which shows are watched by using parental controls on content streaming services. Here is a list of the top 5 streaming services and how to set up parental controls on each.
There’s nothing wrong with watching TV together, but if that’s all you do, you’re missing out and your marriage may never reach its potential.
Parents need to be aware of dangerous social media challenges – such as the new Outlet Challenge – and should take steps to minimize the impact on their kids.
Watching the movie Unplanned will likely affect you on some level, no matter your stance on abortion before viewing it. But those who’ve had some involvement in a past abortion may find that the film triggers a much deeper traumatic wound.
As much as we’d like think of our children as innocent, we parents need to become aware of the widespread use of pornography among tweens and teens.
With another season of “13 Reasons Why” being released, parents may need to rethink how it may be affecting their children.
Identifying cyberbullying can be difficult in an age defined by social media and internet culture. Learn how to take practical steps to prevent cyberbullying in your children’s lives.
Help your teen see that hope is always there.
Asher Nash, an adorable 15-month-old boy with Down syndrome, has taken the Internet.
Find ways to help your sons navigate their need for heroes.
Equip your teen to deal with the temptation and peer pressure related to pornography.
What is the worldview found in Pokémon Go? What might young players encounter if they wander into the world of these imaginary “Pocket Monsters”?
When your family is on vacation, who is more distracted by technology — the kids or parents? Here are some tips to help you focus on your family and fun.
Is infatuation equal to love? Help your kids understand that a strong feeling of physical attraction is not the primary indicator that a person is in love.
Help teens choose what works today without compromising what has worked in the past.
Although it seems logical to think a book like 50 Shades of Grey could possibly reignite life—even in the bedroom—I’m not convinced the outcome will be as women hoped. Seeking excitement through reading about sadism, masochism and sexual bondage can truly end up causing more harm than good.
Setting basic rules for Internet access can go a long way toward building a nurturing online environment in your home.
Avoid these common mistakes to help protect your child from video game addiction.
