My Review on IndieFlix Film – LIKE
LIKE is an IndieFlix Original documentary that explores the impact of social media on our lives and the effects of technology on the brain. The goal of the
You Don’t Need to Fly or Lift Trains to Have a Superpower!
Sure it would be great to spread your arms and soar over the Rocky Mountains, or lift a derailed Amtrak train and set it right
Dr.Lisa Strohman- One of Many Supporters for Proposition 24
Proposition 24, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), on the California November Ballot. Read the latest press release. Let me know if you have any
The Day I Vetoed Congress!
Wally Herger was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 26 years. He was a big shot since he represented California’s 2nd congressional district,
The Chaos with Joy
You would assume that since I am a practicing psychologist with all sorts of shiny diplomas on my walls and a cabinet drawer full of
Quarantine Fatigue
ARE YOU TIRED OF BEING ISOLATED AND CONFUSED? We all know the facts about the coronavirus pandemic thus far. It’s a new virus, reportedly transmitted
Finding Calming Words In Difficult Times
The famous saying, “May you live in interesting times,” is perhaps not something we would feel as comfortable sharing now that we know it can
Keeping Your Kids Cool As The Mercury Rises
The summers here are, but of course, this summer is anything but normal. Thankfully, most people spend their time in other parts of the country
Untested Waters: College Students, Final Exams, and Quarantine
For most parents, our hopes and dreams for the future are bundled up in our children. And no moment ever distills those hopes and dreams
Ask Lisa: May
Dear Dr. Lisa, Enough is enough. I feel like every news source I go to is talking about things getting better and then a story
7 Ways To Improve Mental Health For Your Kids
It might seem downright silly to have a National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day given that we all know as parents that our children’s mental
World Password Day: You Auto-Complete Me
Passwords have been around in one form another for as long as humans have walked the earth. In ancient times, Roman soldiers would use a
5 Steps to Remember About Mental Health During COVID-19
5 Steps to Remember About Mental Health During COVID-19 It goes without saying that these past several weeks have been confusing, stressful, and trying.
Discussing Online Predators & Keeping Your Kids Safe on the Web with Chris Hansen
Dr. Lisa joined Chris Hansen to share her insights on the continued investigation of the online predator, Onision. She speaks about what might motivate his
Ask Lisa- April!
Dear Dr. Lisa, Like almost every parent in the US, I have been facilitating my kid’s homeschooling during the pandemic. Things are going pretty well,
Ask Lisa- March
Dear Dr. Lisa, I feel like my news notifications are constantly bombarding me with upsetting and divisive political campaigns all day, every day taking a
Happy, Not App-y Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day (almost)! No matter how you plan on celebrating, or not celebrating at all, there is no doubt that Valentine’s Day brings a
Disconnect to Destress
It is hard to believe that we are already into the second month of 2020. This time, as with any election year, the political and
Digital Detox 2020
It is hard to believe that 2020 already has one week under its belt and it is that time of year when it seems like
Technology Gift Giving Guide
It’s that time of the year again and although it is the season of family, joy, and giving, if you have a child of a
World Kindness Day is Nov. 13. Here’s how to spread a little kindness today.
World Kindness Day is November 13 and now more than ever I feel we need to extend kindness to others. It seems like the world
Ask Lisa November!
Dear Dr. Lisa, I have been hearing a lot about this Peeping Tom case that recently happened in our community. How concerned should we as
5 things you should never do on social media. Ever.
What happens on social media stays on social media. Even if you post something and delete it, it’s never really gone … which is why
Don’t let today’s current events impact your well-being. Here’s how to protect yourself.
If you turn on the TV, read the newspaper, scroll through your Facebook feed, it’s nearly impossible to avoid current events. Starting with the climate
How to get over your fears
Did you know that more than 8 percent of people 18 and over have at least one extreme, specific fear? And, did you know that
Is social media making you lonelier?
Here’s a sad truth: social media is anything but social. Today, we’re tethered to our phones, to our laptops, to our tablets and engage with
How schools can handle bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Month and it’s my goal to raise awareness about bullying — both online and in the real world. With honest
7 ways to improve your mental health for World Health Day
Your mental health is incredibly important. It impacts you emotionally, physically, socially, and changes how we act, feel and think. Not only that, but it
Cyber bullying and your kids: the types of online bullying, signs and what to do
More than 1 in 3 young people have experienced cyber bullying and more than 60 percent of teens surveyed have reported being bullied or were
Ask Lisa October!
Dear Dr. Lisa, What should I do if I am contacted by another parent about what my child is doing online? Specifically, they are telling
5 self care activities you can do right now to improve your life
October is National Bully Prevention Month and Emotional Wellness Month, so we’re going to be talking a lot about bullying, as well as mental health in
Are your kids being hurt by social media? They sure are.
Teens spend an astounding amount of time online these days — upwards of nine hours each day. In 2018, a Pew study determined that 54
How to protect yourself from online triggers
It’s nearly impossible to control what pops up in any social media feed. People have good days, they have bad days, they have experiences …
Should You Spy on Your Teens? Interview with Parent’s Magazine
Dr. Lisa contributes to an article for Parent’s Magazine on the topic of spying on your kids and their technology use. Dr. Lisa focuses on empowering
Should your child have a cell phone?
Cell phones and kids shouldn’t go together, but in today’s age, they do. Nearly the same rite of passage as getting a driver’s license, cell
Your online behavior is being tracked and it’s time to care.
Remember everything that went down with Cambridge Analytica last year? Here’s a quick refresh: Cambridge Analytica was a political consulting firm that tapped into data
Are violent video game really to blame for mass shootings?
Don’t let anyone convince you that the reason for these recent acts of domestic terrorism stems from violent video games. It’s simply not true. Since
The Link Between Violent Video Games & Aggressive Behavior in Children- FOX News
Dr. Lisa joins the Fox News Rundown Podcast to discuss the link between violent video games and aggressive behavior in children. Click here to listen
Parents, these five apps are as popular as they are dangerous
If you think messaging apps that your kids download to their devices are safe, I have bad news: they’re not. In fact, the most popular
The Dark Web is the one place your child should never go online. But, are they?
There’s an underbelly in this world. A dark, sick, illegal world where people can put a price tag on anything — drugs, sex, even lives.
5 ways to stop your teen from texting and driving
Is your teen driving? If so, you’re going to need to know these startling facts: – Distraction is a key factor in an astounding 58
Parents, this is one app you need to protect your children from
If you haven’t been paying attention to what’s going on in the world of apps for kids, I beg of you, please start now. The
How Jeffrey Epstein Manipulated Those Around Him to Protect his Behaviors – FOX NEWS
Dr. Lisa comments on the recent happenings with the death of Jeffrey Epstein and how he manipulated those around him to protect his behaviors. Read
Does your school allow technology in the classroom? Here’s what you need to know.
When we went to school, there was no such thing as social media. In fact, it’s safe to say that when we were in school,
Dr. Lisa Weighs in on the Recent Tragic Mass Shootings – FOX RADIO
Dr. Lisa joins Fox Radio’s Kilmeade and Friends to weigh in on the recent tragic mass shootings in the United States and what factors may
What Role Social Media/Technology is Playing in Mass Shootings- i24 News
Dr. Lisa Strohman appears on the international news network, i24 to discuss the recent mass shootings in the United States and what role social media/technology
Discussion on Summer Tech Use- Good Day LA
Dr. Lisa joins Good Day LA news to talk about the increase in technology use for kids in the summertime and how to combat it.
Ask Lisa-August
Dear Dr. Lisa, With a new school year just around the corner, I am trying to get the kids back into their routine, but I
How to spot a catfish online
Anyone can be catfished. Anyone. Teens, however, are more susceptible than others to be catfished because they are more vulnerable and less likely to be
13 Reasons Why is renewed by Netflix and it’s dangerous
The other week kids around the country were dealt a dangerous blow when Netflix renewed the controversial “13 Reasons Why” for its third season. At
3 parental monitoring apps every parent should download
School is about to start, and with that comes pressure from kids to be online. You already know about some of the risks children face