Cell Phone Usage and Social Media
We live in a world where there is an increase in the use of modern technology, specifically smart phones. As parents, it is becoming more and more relevant as we deal with cell phone use with regard to our students' social media interaction with their peers. We have come across an article from the Ohio Department of Education that discusses how to deal with a lot of the negative effects of cell phone usage. Some major points in the article are: - When it comes to cyberbullying, be clear on what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior online (and in-person).
- When it comes to those supposed picture perfect lives, remind your child that the pictures they see online are only a glimpse into another person’s life.
- When it comes to social isolation, limit the time you allow your teen to be online to two hours or less per day.
- When it comes to sleep deficit, remove the temptation of late night texting and internet surfing.