5 things that happen when your child plays violent video games
July 9, 2019
Violent video games like Popular Wars and Fortnite are still getting talked about a lot these days. Kids seem to be drawn to these violent
Signs your child needs a social media time out
July 2, 2019
It’s the summer and now’s the time that kids are going to be glued to their phones. Children that spend in excess of a few
Ask Lisa: How much time is too much time when it comes to technology use?
July 1, 2019
Dear Dr. Lisa, This might be a simple question, but how can you tell how much is too much when it comes to technology use?
The Reality & Popularity of CosPlay Therapists- Parenting Site: SheKnows
June 28, 2019
In this article, Dr. Lisa comments on the reality and popularity of CosPlay therapists and their benefit to some groups in therapy. Read the full
The Increase in Child Technology Use During the Summer- WOOD Radio
June 24, 2019
Dr. Lisa is featured on the Grand Rapids, Michigan news station, WOOD Radio, to talk about the increase in child technology use during the summer
5 tips to keep pre-teen and teenage girls safe online
June 24, 2019
The world of social media and young girls is a scary one. From predators, to sexting, to cyberbullies and the pressure to be “liked”, girls
7 things parents need to know if their kids are online
June 20, 2019
Kids going online is a reality, whether they have permission or not. Rather than keep your head in the sand as a parent, it’s important
Technology Use During Summer- The Laura Ingraham Podcast
June 19, 2019
Dr. Lisa joined The Laura Ingraham Podcast to discuss the issue of children having increased exposure to technology and screen time during the summer months.
7 signs social media is negatively impacting your child
June 17, 2019
Social media is so new, no studies have been done to know what long-term effects it can have on our health and wellness. But, we
The Truth About What Wearables Can Do To You
June 13, 2019
We all have alerts. The ding. The ring. The buzz. But, have you ever thought about what those alerts on our watches and other wearables
What to do when your kid posts inappropriate content online
June 10, 2019
Kids posting inappropriate content online is bound to happen. From scantily clad photos to polarizing points of view to racist memes, chances are your child
5 things to think about when it comes to kids playing violent video games
June 6, 2019
“Grow your following of fans, assimilate rival crowds and become the coolest kid in school!” That’s the quick teaser for Popular Wars, an online game
Is spending too much time online making your kids unhealthy?
June 4, 2019
Did you know the more time you spend online, the more your health is negatively impacted? It’s true. In fact, there are a lot of
Ask Lisa: How can I avoid having kids on their phones for hours this summer?
June 3, 2019
Dear Dr. Lisa, With summertime approaching, how can I avoid having my grandkids jump on their phones and game for hours every day? I look
Summer and screen time: our top picks for apps that the whole family will love
May 30, 2019
Summer is here, which means that kids are going to be upping their screen time. In fact, the amount of time kids spend online in
How to keep kids safe online this summer
May 27, 2019
School is out, which means kids are home. And, what happens when kids are home? They spend more time online. In fact, screen time increases
Is your child sending nude pics online?
May 20, 2019
If your child has social media, there’s a good chance they have — or will — send nude photos online. Kids send nude photos online
What Google Play and iOS App Store are doing is dangerous for kids
May 14, 2019
Your children’s online safety continues to get compromised. Aside from the growing popularity of secret Instagram accounts (aka Finstas), dangerous gaming habits and kids being
Is “13 Reasons Why” to Blame for Increase in Teen Suicides?
May 9, 2019
Once again, Netflix’s “13 Reasons Why” is back in the news. The program, which now has two seasons under its belt, documents the suicide of
Is your child addicted to online games?
May 7, 2019
It’s not a bad thing if your kids play video games; they provide an activity that gets their minds thinking and is safe entertainment, improves
Is Social Media Making NBA Players Miserable? – The Guardian
May 2, 2019
‘They’re amazingly isolated’: is social media making NBA players miserable? NBA commissioner says many of the stars he meets are unhappy. The criticism they face
5 things that happen to your kids when they use social media
May 2, 2019
When we were growing up, we had it lucky when it came to social media (or lack thereof). Today, social media has catapulted into conversations
Ask Lisa: How can I cure my child’s digital addiction?
May 1, 2019
Dear Dr. Lisa, How can you cure digital addiction or addiction to Fortnite in kids? Thanks, Nervous Mom Dear Nervous Mom, Thank you so much
How to navigate fake news with your kids
April 28, 2019
You’ve probably seen it on Facebook. Someone posts a “news” story that is shocking, maybe scary, but definitely something that you’re going to click on
Finsta: Does your child have a secret Instagram account?
April 23, 2019
There’s a new trend in Instagram, and your children may not be letting you in on it: Finsta, which stands for Fake Instagram. Finsta is
Is your child crying out for help online?
April 14, 2019
Is your child crying out for help online? Social media isn’t just a vortex where people scroll endlessly, post selfies and look for inspiration. The
The one documentary every parents with teens should watch right now
April 11, 2019
One of Netflix’s latest documentaries, Social_Animals dives deep into the world of three teenagers whose lives have changed because of social media. There’s Kaylyn, a
The Impact That Video Games are Having on Children’s Brains- Fox and Friends
April 10, 2019
Dr. Lisa joins Fox and Friends to discuss the impact that video games are having on children’s brains and what parents can do to help.
Prince Harry seeks ban on Fortnite and we agree
April 9, 2019
You know there’s an issue when Prince Harry, who has said in the past he’s enjoys XBox and PlayStation, calls for a ban of Fortnite,
Ask Lisa: how can I find out if my daughter is having an online romance?
April 8, 2019
Hi Dr. Lisa, I’m the mom of a 14-year-old girl and I am worried that she might be having an online romance. She spends a
Dangerous Messaging Apps: 6 Messaging Apps Your Teen Is Using that you need to know about
March 28, 2019
With new applications and social media sites introduced all the time, it is difficult to stay on top of the potential dangers our children are
Twitter Privacy: What You Need to Know About the Twitter Reporting Update
March 19, 2019
Twitter and their messy user privacy track-record: In recent years, the tech industry has faced a slew of privacy issues and Twitter is no exception.
5 Things Parents Need to Know About Snapchat
March 14, 2019
Within the inescapable world of social media, Snapchat is another one of the popular apps included in your teenager’s social media diet. Although it’s prevalent
Is The Momo Challenge a hoax? The danger is real
March 7, 2019
Various media outlets are saying the Momo Challenge is a viral hoax. So, are children around the world being told subliminally, through graphic, frightening images,
Dangerous Apps: What You Might Not Know
February 18, 2019
It can be difficult to know if your child is using dangerous apps and what the consequences might be. “In 2013, a twelve-year-old girl was
Encourage Kindness on Social Media
February 15, 2019
Kindness in the Real World In the real world, kindness is about giving, inspiration, being kind, peaceful, positive, optimistic, showing empathy and compassion. In 2018,
Social Media Challenges: Popular and Dangerous
February 15, 2019
Over the past few years, social media challenges like the Tide Pod, Cinnamon, Ice and Bird Box Challenge have surfaced. While wildly popular with teens,
Should you be Friends with Your Kids? MeTime with Frangela
February 14, 2019
Dr. Lisa joined the fun on-air program, MeTime with Frangela, to answer the question: should you be friends with your kids? She highlights the balance that
What Are The Consequences of Social Media?
February 13, 2019
Most kids will tell you that they live on their social media because this is the way they all connect with each other. They are
How To Have A Healthy Relationship With Technology- Authority Magazine
February 12, 2019
Dr. Lisa Strohman on the five ways we can create a healthier relationship with technology. Click the link below to gain access for all of
Remembering Parkland
February 11, 2019
Part 1 Parkland One Year Ago “It’s not an anniversary anyone wants to celebrate. But as Feb. 14 approaches, schools in Broward and Palm Beach
What You Can do if You Feel That Your Medical Bill is Egregious or Incorrect- The Doctors
February 8, 2019
Dr. Lisa Strohman joins The Doctors to share what you can do if you feel that your medical bill is egregious or incorrect. Click this
How Can Parents Protect Their Kids from Cyberbullying?
February 4, 2019
Did you know that roughly half of teens have been cyberbullied? Considering that 80 percent of kids have access to social media in the palm
Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter and Your Daughter
February 1, 2019
PRETEEN GIRLS – LEARNING TO NAVIGATE SOCIAL MEDIA SITES Your preteen daughter and her girl friends come home from school and without so much as
Covington: What Can We Learn?
January 28, 2019
What’s True? What’s Fake? When it comes to the social media, that’s a commonly asked question. Earlier this month, we witnessed, up close and personal,
Reflections of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Empathy, Sensitivity and Compassion Lagging in the Digital Age
January 21, 2019
An Important Voice for America It’s a documented and well known fact that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was the most important voice of the
Technology, Teens, and Media Finding a Healthy Balance
January 17, 2019
Technology: Fun or Detrimental? It’s fair to say technology for teens is fun and allows them to stay connected to family and friends. But, can
Social Media and Isolation Connection
January 14, 2019
Smartphone Saturation and Social Media If you’ve walked across any high school campus in America, you’ve seen students congregating in large groups, small groups, with
Technology: Helping or Hurting?
January 9, 2019
Technology Overload Do your tweens or teenagers reach for their technology the minute they wake up in the morning, have technology with them all throughout
Screen Time and Teens
January 7, 2019
Hours and Hours of Screen Time Does your teen love to watch TV, play video games, spend hours on the internet, text and send photos
What is your Digital Footprint?!
January 4, 2019
How It Began -Digital Footprint “Did you know the computer was born not for entertainment or email but out of a need to solve a