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A map of digital milestones for kids, as described by @DevorahHeitner. For more advice, visit aura.com/thedigitaltalk
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After you've had your initial "Digital Talk" with your child, tween, or teen, consider keeping the conversation going with these topics.
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Dedicated study spaces can help kids succeed.
0%True
0%False
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Watching your kids become more independent online isn't easy, but your biggest concerns can be managed with open and honest conversations.
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Why don't teens want to talk about screen time with their parents?
25%Fear of losing devices
0%Think it's boring
50%Hiding online activity
25%Parents won't understand
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Fear of losing their devices. Teens fear that their parents would take their devices away if they shared any negative online experiences. But, in fact, kids love to talk about screen time.
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When making screen time rules, don't:
0%State your family values
0%Say screen time positives
0%Bond over tech
0%Exclude kids from convo
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Turn screen time into family time with these activities.
You're ready to have "The Digital Talk" with your teen. Use these topics as a key focus for your discussion, and it will be a success.
Answers to your most pressing questions and concerns about your teen online.
Which online scam targets children?
0%Contests
0%Free Software
0%Giveaways
100%All of the above
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The correct answer is all of the above. While not limited to these 3 scams, contests, free software, and giveaways are the most common.
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How many hours of sleep should your teen get a night?
0%5-7
67%8-10
33%7-9
0%11-13
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As your tween turns into a teen, their online community expands and opens them up to things they can and cannot control. Encouraging these types of online activities will guide your teen to use their digital independence wisely.
Now that you're ready to have "The Digital Talk" with your tween, here's a refresher on the key topics to focus on. For a more elaborate list, visit: aura.com/thedigitaltalk
What is a healthy screen time for kids?
50%1-3 Hours
50%3-5 Hours
0%2 Hours Max
0%6 Hours Max
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According to the CDC, 2 hours max is the recommended daily screen time for kids 0-8 years old.
At what age do most kids get their first cell phone?
50%8 years
12%10 years
25%12 years
12%14 years
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A study in 2019 found that most kids got their first cell phone between 11-12 years. 13-14 years was the second most common followed by 9-10 years.
Argue-free ways to get your tween to practice healthy digital habits.
What's scarier than Halloween? Giving your kid their own device. Tune in this week for advice on how to navigate your tween's first taste of digital freedom.
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