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School Safety: 10 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Child

Identifying signs of mental illness in children is crucial for ensuring their safety and well-being.
Parents must differentiate between teenage angst and serious mental health issues.

What To Do When Your Child Is Overstimulated, According To Experts

Overstimulation in children can present as agitation, withdrawal, or fight/flight reactions, impacting their ability to cope in certain environments.

Do not give smartphones to children under 11, EE advises

EE advises against giving smartphones to children under 11 to protect them from online risks and mental health issues.
Parents should use controls on smartphones granted to under-16s to ensure safer online experiences.

How To Tell If Your Kid's Worry Over A Headache Is Actually Hypochondria

Children may exaggerate health symptoms due to anxiety rather than hypochondria, as indicated by therapist insights.

Teens Are Stuck on Their Screens. Here's How to Protect Them

It's crucial for content creators, parents, and policymakers to collaborate to ensure safe and healthy screen time for teens.

Harriette Cole: We urged our daughter to tough it out and were horrified by what happened

Community college can serve as a beneficial transitional step for students struggling with the pressures of traditional college life.

School Safety: 10 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Child

Identifying signs of mental illness in children is crucial for ensuring their safety and well-being.
Parents must differentiate between teenage angst and serious mental health issues.

What To Do When Your Child Is Overstimulated, According To Experts

Overstimulation in children can present as agitation, withdrawal, or fight/flight reactions, impacting their ability to cope in certain environments.

Do not give smartphones to children under 11, EE advises

EE advises against giving smartphones to children under 11 to protect them from online risks and mental health issues.
Parents should use controls on smartphones granted to under-16s to ensure safer online experiences.

How To Tell If Your Kid's Worry Over A Headache Is Actually Hypochondria

Children may exaggerate health symptoms due to anxiety rather than hypochondria, as indicated by therapist insights.

Teens Are Stuck on Their Screens. Here's How to Protect Them

It's crucial for content creators, parents, and policymakers to collaborate to ensure safe and healthy screen time for teens.

Harriette Cole: We urged our daughter to tough it out and were horrified by what happened

Community college can serve as a beneficial transitional step for students struggling with the pressures of traditional college life.
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Snapchat's New Location-Sharing Features Are Here (And They're Already Making Our Family's Lives Easier)

Snapchat's Family Center enhances parental guidance by providing insights into teen activity and safety features like location sharing and travel notifications.

3 Ways Struggling Adult Children Can Turn Their Lives Around

Difficult situations can lead to significant personal growth and change.
#parenting

Fostering Independence in Younger Teens: Watching from the Beach

Parents must realize that letting their teens learn independently is essential for their growth and transition to adulthood.

This Mom Says Lazy Parents Raise More Independent Kids

Encouraging independence in children through less parental interference can lead to better self-sufficiency and personal growth.

Don't Lie To Your Teen About "I'll Always Come Get You And Won't Be Mad"

How parents navigate teenage years can shape their future relationships with their children.

Fostering Independence in Younger Teens: Watching from the Beach

Parents must realize that letting their teens learn independently is essential for their growth and transition to adulthood.

This Mom Says Lazy Parents Raise More Independent Kids

Encouraging independence in children through less parental interference can lead to better self-sufficiency and personal growth.

Don't Lie To Your Teen About "I'll Always Come Get You And Won't Be Mad"

How parents navigate teenage years can shape their future relationships with their children.
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We have earmarked $350,000 to give each our kids for college and other expenses - is this too excessive?

Parents need to start saving early for children's college expenses, considering various factors such as type of institution and family needs.
Balancing financial support with encouraging responsibility is crucial in ensuring children value their education.
#child-safety

My Child is Deeply Invested in a Particular Fandom. I'm Worried It Will Take Her Down a Harrowing Path.

Encourage children's interests while ensuring safety and boundaries with open communication and constructive activities.

Keeping Kids With Autism and Developmental Conditions Safe

Children with autism face unique safety risks that necessitate increased awareness and preparation for their families and communities.

Police investigating alleged assault at school after kids pulled out of lessons

Police are investigating an alleged assault at Ark John Keats Academy, with the school focusing on students' emotional wellbeing and support following the incident.

My Child is Deeply Invested in a Particular Fandom. I'm Worried It Will Take Her Down a Harrowing Path.

Encourage children's interests while ensuring safety and boundaries with open communication and constructive activities.

Keeping Kids With Autism and Developmental Conditions Safe

Children with autism face unique safety risks that necessitate increased awareness and preparation for their families and communities.

Police investigating alleged assault at school after kids pulled out of lessons

Police are investigating an alleged assault at Ark John Keats Academy, with the school focusing on students' emotional wellbeing and support following the incident.
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Parents trust ChatGPT over doctors, shocking new study claims

Parents trust AI like ChatGPT over healthcare professionals for children's health information, even though it may not be accurate or tailored.

Teens and Deepfake Nudes: Digital Bullying's New Frontier

Accessible deepfake apps pose serious risks, allowing easy creation of damaging explicit images, primarily among teenagers as pranks.
Victims face profound emotional consequences, including shame and anxiety, necessitating parental guidance and open dialogue about online behavior.

I taught college-bound seniors for a decade. Here's what almost all of them wanted their parents to know about college admissions.

Students desire more autonomy over their college major choices and feel pressured by parental expectations.
Many high schoolers are stressed about college financing and wish their parents understood this concern.
There is a significant number of students who are unsure about attending college but feel unable to voice this to their parents.

The Guide #162: Terrifier 3's ultraviolence is too much for me but IMDb offers salvation for the squeamish

Terrifier 3 exemplifies extreme horror, provoking strong reactions like fainting and vomiting in viewers, leading some to avoid it completely.
#child-development

What Is High-Quality Day Care, Anyway?

High-quality day care is crucial for infants and toddlers, especially when parents can't provide one-on-one care at home.

How to Enjoy Halloween with Young Children

Halloween provides a chance to introduce children to managing fears in a fun and engaging way.
Early exposure to manageable fears can help children cope with fear later in life.
Creating family traditions around Halloween can enrich children's comfort with scary themes.

How To Support Your Creepy Child

Creepy interests in children can indicate intelligence and creativity, but parents need to balance these with social awareness.

Dear Abby: My parents only invited one of my young children on a cruise

Addressing favoritism from grandparents is crucial for family balance and children’s emotional well-being.
Consult legal advice regarding custody arrangements if favoritism continues.

What Is High-Quality Day Care, Anyway?

High-quality day care is crucial for infants and toddlers, especially when parents can't provide one-on-one care at home.

How to Enjoy Halloween with Young Children

Halloween provides a chance to introduce children to managing fears in a fun and engaging way.
Early exposure to manageable fears can help children cope with fear later in life.
Creating family traditions around Halloween can enrich children's comfort with scary themes.

How To Support Your Creepy Child

Creepy interests in children can indicate intelligence and creativity, but parents need to balance these with social awareness.

Dear Abby: My parents only invited one of my young children on a cruise

Addressing favoritism from grandparents is crucial for family balance and children’s emotional well-being.
Consult legal advice regarding custody arrangements if favoritism continues.
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#youth-violence

Tip on School Shooting Suspect Last Year Led to Dead End

Teenage threats of violence in schools have become a frequent concern, prompting discussions about youth behavior and safety.

Boy stabbed to death in park by knife-obsessed teen who bought weapons online

The murder of Rahaan Ahmed Amin highlights the dangers of online knife sales and the need for parental vigilance regarding children's online activities.

Tip on School Shooting Suspect Last Year Led to Dead End

Teenage threats of violence in schools have become a frequent concern, prompting discussions about youth behavior and safety.

Boy stabbed to death in park by knife-obsessed teen who bought weapons online

The murder of Rahaan Ahmed Amin highlights the dangers of online knife sales and the need for parental vigilance regarding children's online activities.
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Harriette Cole: A teen in my care has fallen for a boy with a bad reputation

Supportive communication is critical in discussing relationship concerns with a teenager, given their inclination to resist advice.

'I suspect my son is putting green diesel in the family car and I'm afraid of getting caught. How can I stop him?'

Educating young drivers about responsibilities and risks is crucial to avoid legal trouble and ensure family safety.

My kids cage-dived with sharks on vacation. People may judge my parenting, but I don't want my children to live in fear.

Monet Hambrick advocates for adventurous family travel, stating fear is taught, not innate, which informs how she encourages her children in exploring the world.

Is "Sadfishing" Your Kid's Social Media Red Flag? A Therapist Offers Advice

Sadfishing among teens can indicate underlying mental health issues, reflecting a need for parental awareness and intervention.
#school-standards

All the Greenwich primary school ratings as Ofsted scraps grading system

The UK government is abolishing single headline grades for schools to improve transparency and provide more detailed evaluations of school performance.

All the Lewisham secondary school ratings as Ofsted scraps grading system

The UK government is changing how schools are evaluated, moving from single headline grades to four detailed grades to improve transparency and standards.

All the Greenwich primary school ratings as Ofsted scraps grading system

The UK government is abolishing single headline grades for schools to improve transparency and provide more detailed evaluations of school performance.

All the Lewisham secondary school ratings as Ofsted scraps grading system

The UK government is changing how schools are evaluated, moving from single headline grades to four detailed grades to improve transparency and standards.
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London school to swap smartphones for 'bricks'

The Fulham Boys School has banned smartphones for younger pupils, allowing only basic phones to promote healthier childhood experiences.

No screens before age of two, Swedish health authority tells parents

Sweden's health authorities recommend no screens for children under two and limit screen time for older kids to promote healthier usage.

Teacher bans 'messy' treats for kids' birthdays - and parents revolt: 'Send whatever your kid wants'

Teacher advises parents against bringing cupcakes for classroom birthday celebrations due to messiness and suggests alternative treats like cookies and donuts.
#misogyny

How to spot the signs your child is involved in the far right

Parents should be vigilant about behavioral changes in children that may indicate exposure to extremist views.

There are some really extreme views': young people face onslaught of misogyny online

Internet content can influence young individuals by channeling anxieties into harmful ideologies.
Parental guidance and constructive discussions are crucial in steering individuals away from harmful beliefs acquired online.

How to spot the signs your child is involved in the far right

Parents should be vigilant about behavioral changes in children that may indicate exposure to extremist views.

There are some really extreme views': young people face onslaught of misogyny online

Internet content can influence young individuals by channeling anxieties into harmful ideologies.
Parental guidance and constructive discussions are crucial in steering individuals away from harmful beliefs acquired online.
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from The Atlantic
3 months ago

The Worst Advice Parents Can Give First-Year Students

Encouraging college students to take risks leads to more fulfilling and rewarding careers than focusing solely on immediate job prospects.

It's Never Too Early or Too Late to Start Planning for College - San Francisco Bay Times

Consider financial planning for children's higher education as college costs continue to rise.
The average cost of a college education is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many families.

Parents Annoyed When Disney+ Starts Showing Kids "American Horror Story"

Disney+'s integration of Hulu includes inappropriate content for children, leading to confusion among parents about managing viewing options.

People who hire teens share 2 important tips to support your teen during their job search

Parents should offer support but allow teens to take the lead in their job search for a better learning experience.

It's official: the internet despises Google's Gemini Olympics ad. What went wrong?

Consumers in the r/CommercialsIHate subreddit expressed dissatisfaction with Google's Gemini Olympics ad, sparking debates on AI vs. parental guidance in fostering children's writing skills.

This Former Pro Athlete Broke Down The Facts About Your Kid's Actual Athletic Potential

Parents should wait until their child hits puberty before making significant investments in their athletic career.
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