Happy Anniversary, Cyber Security Awareness Month! When this awareness month began ten years ago, our world was very, very different. So, it's not a surprise that beyond the theme of "Our Shared Responsibility", one of this year's themes is "10 Years and Beyond". Do you remember what you were doing online a decade ago? Did you have a cell phone? Did you text? Here's my recollection of my … [Read more...]
Friday Digital Byte: Start Internet Safety Month with a Family Plan
June 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
June is Internet Safety Month. With the school year winding down and the summer just about to start, this is a great time to take a step back and think about how your family uses digital media...especially things that go on line. Every family has it's own unique style for handling today's expanding digital life. Some families just go with the flow while others have a huge amount of … [Read more...]
CyberSafety Information has a new home!
December 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Looking for information on the digital world of texting, gaming and social media of your kids and teens? Wondering where that article was on texting or cyberbullying you know you saw recently on Pediatrics Now? Don't worry! They haven't disappeared...just moved. You can find all the articles on the digital world of kids and teens that you've come to rely on, plus new resources and … [Read more...]
Editor’s Corner: Back To School!
August 22, 2011 by
It's hard to not deny that summer is winding down and school is starting. I always find the more my kids dread the start of school the more it means summer was a success. I also have discovered that the angst over a new school year is a facade - most kids truly love getting back to school to see their friends and get back into activities put on hold for a few weeks to months. On the Pediatrics … [Read more...]
