Doomscrolling is Rewiring Our Brains
Ever found yourself glued to your phone at 2 AM, scrolling through one distressing headline after another? You tell yourself, just one more post, but an hour later, you’re still scrolling—wired, anxious, unable to sleep. This isn’t just a bad habit. It’s a design feature. The Science of Doomscrolling Doomscrolling—consuming a steady stream of negative […]
Are Parental Controls Enough?
Why Direct Messages and Ephemeral Features Remain a Blind Spot Parental controls help many families feel safer about online activity. Yet they often fail to monitor private, encrypted, or disappearing chats. This gap creates a blind spot for parents who rely too much on software filters. Parental Controls: A Partial Solution Many tools block explicit […]
The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes: Finding Balance in the Digital Age
Social media has become an undeniable force in our lives, and young athletes are no exception. While it offers a platform for connection, motivation, and self-expression, its influence can also be a double-edged sword, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Understanding both the benefits and drawbacks can help young athletes navigate the digital landscape in a […]
Promoting Healthy Development
This past month we had Emmaleigh Welka speaks about how to promote healthy development and effective parenting with ICAC
The State of Our Schools: One Teacher’s Perspective
This past month we had Phil Callaghan, who has had a 40-year career in education including roles as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, and athletic director, join us to discuss The State of Our Schools: One Teacher’s Perspective.