Enough of the hand-wringing; tech is here to stay. We can teach kids to use social media more productively, and be more responsible about our own use. The World Health Organization declared last week that “gaming disorder,” or video game addiction, is a “mental health disorder” similar to an addiction to gambling. Less than 24 hours […]
*Findings from the 2016 Minnesota Student Survey from SUMN.org Nearly 3 in 10 Minnesota kids live in poverty or low-income households* 29% of MN public school students say they receive free or reduced-priced lunch. 6,500 students say they experienced homelessness in the past year. Over 7,500 students say they’ve had to skip meals in the […]
Ninety percent of addictions start in the teen year – 90%! Don’t ignore the risk factors and assume your child will be okay, or simply ignore a problem because you think it’s just a passing stage of development. If something appears wrong, seek professional help. Common Risk Factors Unfortunately, when it comes to kids and […]