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In Your School
Video Violence Online: Tips for Parents
Of all the wild videos kids watch on YouTube, some of the most disturbing are the ones of...
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By Caroline Knorr
(3.12.12)
parenting in the digital age, violence, youtube
Teachable Moments
Chris Brown and Rihanna: Remixed Messages
When R&B singer Chris Brown was arrested for beating up his then-girlfriend Rihanna...
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By Regan McMahon
(2.22.12)
Teachable Moments
Boys Don't Cry
My 5-year-old is one of those stereotypical boys. He loves cars, sports, bugs, burping,...
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By Sierra Filucci
(2.21.12)
media influence, sex in the media, stereotypes, violence
Teachable Moments
When Good Role Models Go Bad
There seem to be only a few short years between the time a child star makes it big and...
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By Caroline Knorr
(2.14.12)
media influence, role models, sex in the media
Teachable Moments
First Times: Tips for Talking About Virginity and Sex in Teen Dramas
Brenda and Dylan, Joey and Pacey, Kurt and Blaine. Talking to teens about sex can be...
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By Sierra Filucci
(11.9.11)
media savvy, sex in the media, teens, tv
Guest Blog
Talking to Your Child About 9/11: What Do You Need to Know?
Many parents are concerned about how to talk to their kids about the 10th anniversary of...
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By Mary L. Pulido
(9.8.11)
current events, september 11, violence
The Big Issues
Movies and Fast Food: A Bad Deal for Kids
Nothing says "summer" like a good fast food tie-in. Among my favorites? The first...
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By Liz Perle
(6.30.11)
advertising, big issues, movies
The Big Issues
Am I More Concerned About Sexting Than Sex?
Have I become numb? Am I so focused on my kids' online lives that I've forgotten about...
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By Liz Perle
(5.10.11)
media savvy, sexting, the big issues
Teachable Moments
Tough Talk: How Parents Can Use MTV's Skins as a Jumping Off Point
MTV's teen drama Skins (a remake of the even edgier British series) showcases every...
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By Liz Perle
(1.26.11)
teachable moments, tv
The Big Issues
Glee Hits a Sour Note: The Overtones of Sexualized Images
Standing in line at the drugstore, I overheard a mother and her preteen daughter talking...
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By Caroline Knorr
(10.28.10)
family time, the big issues, tv
Teachable Moments
Racy Talk: Kids Are Listening (and Learning)
Millions of kids saw Toy Story 3 earlier this summer, and many were frightened by the...
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By Caroline Knorr
(9.2.10)
health, movies, teachable moments, tv
Smart Solutions
The 10 Most Violent Video Games (And 10 Alternatives)
The names of violent video games tend to travel fast among preteen and teen gamers. And...
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By Caroline Knorr
(10.28.09)
games, media savvy, smart solutions
Everyday Dilemmas
Sexting, Drugs, and Risky Behavior -- Teen TV Is Back
Sexy nighttime soaps are a staple of guilty-pleasure TV. But recent lineups -- which...
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By Common Sense Med
(9.17.09)
everyday dilemmas, setting limits
The Big Issues
Inappropriate Ads During Sports: No Win for Kids
It's a fall weekend afternoon in America, and families are watching their favorite...
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By Common Sense Med
(9.17.09)
advertising, big issues, family time, sex in the media, sports
Everyday Dilemmas
Help! My G-Rated Kids Want to See PG-13 Transformers
This is the kind of situation that really puts parents in a bind. Young kids love playing...
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By Common Sense Med
(6.26.09)
big issues, everyday dilemmas, what's the right age?