Feb 3, 2025
It’s no surprise that smartphones in the classroom can cause serious disruptions to learning. But what about smartwatches? Dr. Delaney explores the rising issue of wrist-based computers in schools and how one school has decided to tackle the problem.
She speaks with K-8 school counselor and Nurtured Heart...
Jan 27, 2025
Dr. Delaney dives into the world of Roblox and examines how in-game purchases impact young people, featuring insights from two young Roblox players and Mark Edwards, a therapist specializing in excessive video game use among teens.
The episode explores the challenges of spending real money on virtual items in games like...
Jan 13, 2025
Dr. Delaney is joined by Laura Kastner, PhD, a clinical psychologist and author of multiple parenting books. Together, they delve into strategies for talking to our teens about sex and not letting taboo or embarrassment get in the way of what can be vital conversations.
Covering topics such as consent and alcohol...
Dec 30, 2024
This episode looks at solutions for when screens and devices like tablets are causing conflict in the home, especially when it is time for them to be turned off!
Siblings will often find themselves in conflict over devices and screen time, whether arguments over whose turn it is, jealousy over differing time...
Dec 16, 2024
This holiday season, it is inevitable that many young people will be gifted new smartphones, smartwatches, video games and other personal technology.
With this in mind, today we're bringing back this important conversation with Jonathan Haidt, author of one of 2024's most talked about and best selling books The Anxious...