by Jessica McGarrity     Thanks to the continual advancement of modern technology, the world is a much different place than it was even a single generation ago. Socialization for children of past generations was limited to the contact found face-to-face or through letters or telephone calls. However, thanks to the Internet and social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter, the face of social interaction has changed drastically.  ...read more »

by the Editor     Nine out of 10 teenagers have used social media, and the majority of them perceive it to be a more positive than negative influence in their lives, says a new American study. But in spite of their widespread use of today’s technology, teens prefer talking in person  ...read more »

by Dr. Paula Barrett     In the western world we are seeing alarming statistics showing that many families are now spending most of their free time indoors in front of screens.  Sadly, this has become a common form of relaxation for many children and their parents.  Screen relaxation activities are at the expense of time spent in nature, being involved in activities in natural environments and spending time with and conversing as a family.   ...read more »

by the Editor     Families are in a transition period, one in which parents recognize the importance of technology in their children's learning and future success, but don't always grant them access to the newer forms of media transforming their own adult lives.  ...read more »

by the Editor     Australian parents have spent up big, equipping their kids with the latest gadgets to take to school - but many have failed to equip them with the cyber-skills necessary to navigate safely through their digital world, new research has revealed.   ...read more »