Today: September 21, 2024
Today: September 21, 2024

Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids

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June 17, 2024

At what age should kids be on social media? Should they be on it at all? If they aren't, will they be social pariahs? Should parents monitor their conversations? Do parental controls work?

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