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Take a TechBreak on Father’s Day
What father’s day gift are you giving to your Dad?
We took a quick poll in our office and found that the majority of our staff is investing in “upgrading” their dads and getting them more plugged in into the 21st century, updating them with the newest gadgets: iPads, smart phones, kindles, etc. Read more [+]
Unplugging and Reconnecting: Cure for Cell Phone and Internet Addiction
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Unbelievable! The 90-second YouTube clip we recently posted from a Thai commercial has now gone viral, exceeding 2,000,000 views!!! Can you imagine an American cell phone company telling you to put away your phone? Will they ever voluntarily promote the Unplugging and Reconnecting™ concept of using their technology in moderation? Could this be the cure for technology addiction?
How is Social Media Affecting our Children?
The American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP) published a new clinical report on “The Impact of Social Media Use on Children, Adolescents and Families.”
The report warns parents to be aware of some problems associated with social media use, especially for teens and tweens. Facebook depression, cyberbullying and sexting are some of the new hazards associated with online media.
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