What parents need to know about this live-streaming app, from its Bits to its Whispers.  Twitch App RatingsQustodio: 13+ with co-watching, 15+ with an understanding of online risks  Apple: 17+ (Offers in-app purchases)Android: ! (Parental Guidance)Common Sense: 15+ (Some iffy content) Amazon-owned Twitch has exploded in popularity over the past few years and now averages 26.5 million daily… En savoir plus

How to help children on the autism spectrum benefit from the positives of technology and avoid common screen time problems It’s no secret that kids struggle to keep their screen time to a reasonable amount every day without extra supervision and encouragement. This is even more often the case for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).… En savoir plus

7 tips to be a role model of healthy technology use to your kids Most parents fear they are setting a bad example in front of their children when it comes to technology use, and they are right. Sadly, it is often our children who are the first to let us know we’re spending too much time… En savoir plus

One year ago we released our first annual report on children’s digital habits based on app activity during most of 2019. We also gave an early preview of 2020 as the Covid-19 pandemic hit and made an immediate impact on screen time. In last year’s research, we analyzed four app categories – online video, social media, gaming… En savoir plus

Is Free Fire safe for kids? What parents need to know about this ‘mobile game of the year’.  App RatingsQustodio: 18+ Apple: 12+Android: PEGI 12 (shows violence of a slightly more graphic nature towards fantasy characters or non-realistic violence towards human-like characters)Common Sense: 18+ Garena Free Fire, usually referred to as Free Fire or FF, was one… En savoir plus

How digital devices harm your child’s sleep and health, and 4 easy tips for creating better sleep habits It’s no secret that getting a good night’s sleep is one of the best things we can do for our brains and bodies. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that up to 50% of children and 40% of… En savoir plus

Il n’y a aucun doute : si votre enfant utilise Internet, vous avez besoin d’une application de contrôle parental. Même si vous êtes particulièrement stricte à la maison, soyons francs : il est devenu presque impossible d’empêcher complètement tout accès au monde numérique. La technologie est désormais omniprésente dans la vie des enfants. Smartphones et ordinateurs portables,… En savoir plus

How parents can recognize, reduce, and manage anxiety in children and teens As the coronavirus pandemic continues, anxiety levels continue to run high for children and adults alike. Both anecdotal and research evidence point to increasing levels of anxiety for children and teens during this difficult period. In my clinic I am seeing many more children and… En savoir plus

Is Marco Polo safe for kids? What parents need to know about this ‘built to be good for you’ video messaging app.  Marco Polo RatingsApple: 4+Android: PEGI 3 (suitable for all ages)Common Sense: 13+Qustodio: 13+ or 10+ with parental supervision Marco Polo, is one of many communication apps along the lines of Zoom, Houseparty and SnapChat to… En savoir plus

Ces derniers mois, la fermeture des écoles et la mise en place de l’enseignement à distance ont entraîné une impressionnante montée en popularité des appareils Chromebook, incitant de nombreux parents à solliciter notre aide pour surveiller celui de leurs enfants. Or, nous sommes toujours ravis de les soutenir. Après une réflexion et une planification minutieuses, Qustodio a… En savoir plus