5 things that happen when your child plays violent video games
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
“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
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
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 is here, which means that kids are going to be upping their screen time. In fact, the amount of time kids spend online in
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
If your child has social media, there’s a good chance they have — or will — send nude photos online. Kids send nude photos online
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
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
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
‘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
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
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
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
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? Social media isn’t just a vortex where people scroll endlessly, post selfies and look for inspiration. The
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
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.
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,
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
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 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.
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
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,
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
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,
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
PRETEEN GIRLS – LEARNING TO NAVIGATE SOCIAL MEDIA SITES Your preteen daughter and her girl friends come home from school and without so much as
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,
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: 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
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 Overload Do your tweens or teenagers reach for their technology the minute they wake up in the morning, have technology with them all throughout
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
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