TheConversationUS on Nostr: Although setting strict limits on internet use is a popular strategy for parents, a ...

Although setting strict limits on internet use is a popular strategy for parents, a group of research scientists have discovered that more restrictive monitoring is significantly associated with problematic internet use, in a small study of middle-school families.

Family closeness is a strong predictor of healthy social technology use. Open and honest conversations about risky online content and social media situations are key.

https://theconversation.com/stricter-monitoring-of-tween-and-teen-internet-use-may-not-always-be-better-227654
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