Welcome to the New Age of Tobacco Advertising
Large tobacco mega-corporations have stretched regulations and abused loopholes in order to promote their brands through the feeds of social media stars and hashtags
Kids + Media
Social Media Lessons From Playing Sports
A former Duke field hockey player shares insights
Social Media Smarts: Tips for Teen Athletes
How they can create a positive online presence that works to their advantage
Enjoy Special Park Activities for National TRACK Trails Day on August 24
Event celebrates 10-year anniversary of program that connects kids to the outdoors.
Coach Your Teen to Have a Winning Social Media Bio
The Social Institute offers insight
Tech Tips for Family Travel Success
Striking that balance between screen time and family time
Be Where Your Feet Are: A Family Tech Mantra
Consider adopting this New Year’s resolution.
Bullying, Comments and Likes — Oh, My!
What your teens what you to know about social media.
Parenting in the Digital Age
Life in the digital era requires intentional efforts from parents to put devices to the side and focus on interactions with their children.
30 Ways to Win the Game of Social Media
To celebrate Carolina Parent’s 30th anniversary, let’s highlight 30 winning moves on social media — for kids and adults.
What to Do When Your Child’s Homework Requires Internet Access
Help your child minimize digital distractions when doing homework using one of these tricks.
A Clarification of Carolina Parent's Mission and Role in the Triangle
Our mission is to provide objective and balanced coverage of information relevant to Triangle parents.
4 Key Parental Control Options on Xbox and PlayStation 4
Talk to your kids about why you’re choosing certain settings and when the settings may be loosened.
Parents Television Council Urges Netflix to Remove '13 Reasons Why'
Group issues warning to parents, schools about the popular series' graphic and mature content.
What to Teach Kids Instead of Digital Etiquette
Encourage kids to live up to high standards online and offline.
Spring Cleaning in the Age of Social Media
Encourage your child to “create a version of a cleaner start” by doing a little online spring cleaning.
How Does Snapchat Affect Your Child’s Self-Esteem?
What you should know about Snapchat streaks and the impact social media can have on self-worth.
Teaching Kids to Be Kind Online
Principles for respectful relationships at home, school, work and community.
Top Teen Social Media Apps and Websites
Understand how teens interact and communicate in a digital world
7 Ways to Make YouTube Kids Safer
To keep your kids safe while using YouTube Kids, consider taking advantage of these options
Your Child’s First Smartphone
Tips for using digital devices in a balanced and responsible way.
What to Do About Cyberbullies
Like old-fashioned bullying, cyberbullying involves a willful, repeated effort to humiliate, harass or threaten another person. Here's what you can do to prevent it.
Smartphone Addiction: How Much is Too Much?
Total abstinence from a smartphone isn’t realistic, but there are ways to become more deliberate about when and how we use our phones.
What to Consider Before Using GPS to Track Your Kid
Before buying a GPS tracker, consider these questions.
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