How to Talk to Your Teen About Social Media and Mental Health: A Parent’s Guide
Social media plays a major role in teen life today. But behind every scroll, like, and post, there are emotional layers that many young people find hard to express. For parents, the challenge is starting meaningful conversations that go beyond screen time rules. This guide shares evidence-based insights and practical conversation starters to help you […]
Why Age Matters: Mental Health Risks of Early Smartphone Exposure
When it comes to teens and technology, screen time often takes the spotlight. But recent research is raising a more urgent concern, the age when kids first receive a smartphone. A global study by Sapien Labs, based on nearly 30,000 young people across 50 countries, revealed a clear pattern. The earlier a child gets a […]
How Social Media and Filters Are Changing the Way Teens See Themselves
Filtered photos are everywhere. For many teens, editing their appearance before posting is no longer optional, it feels expected. But recent research shows this habit goes far beyond aesthetics. It is changing how young people feel about themselves. A 2024 study from Boston University found that 91 percent of young people who regularly edit their […]
Why Parental Control Matters More Than Ever After the Mississippi Ruling
On July 20, 2025, a federal court gave Mississippi the green light to begin enforcing its new social media age verification law. This legislation requires platforms to confirm a user’s age before granting access, aiming to reduce children’s exposure to harmful content online. It marks a significant shift in how states are beginning to regulate […]
Teens, Chatbots, and AI Loneliness
Across the world, more teens are turning to AI chatbots for comfort, validation, and conversation. These tools don’t just answer questions, they simulate care. For a generation raised online, it’s no surprise that some teens find it easier to confide in a chatbot than in a parent, friend, or school counselor. The interactions feel safe, […]
Screen Addiction and Suicide Risk: Why Robust Parental Control Tools Are a Mental-Health Essential
A new longitudinal study in JAMA Psychiatry followed more than four thousand U.S. tweens for twelve months and uncovered a sobering pattern: when children show addictive behaviour around phones, games, or social networks—compulsively checking for notifications, losing track of time, growing irritable when the device is taken away—their likelihood of reporting suicidal thoughts or serious […]
10 Best Tips for Using Parental Controls Effectively
In today’s digital world, children and teens are more connected than ever. While technology brings opportunity, it also introduces risk, especially when it comes to content, screen time, and online interactions. That’s where parental controls come in. Used thoughtfully, parental controls help families create healthier boundaries around digital life. Here are 10 expert-backed tips to […]
89% of Online Sexual Advances Happen in Private Chats
It starts with a message.A friendly DM. A quick chat after a game. An innocent looking conversation that hides something much darker. According to the FBI, 89% of sexual advances toward minors happen through chatrooms or private messaging apps. These advances often begin subtly with flattery, compliments, or harmless questions but can quickly escalate into […]
How to Set Healthy Tech Habits for Kids and Teens: A parental control Guide
Raising kids in the digital age brings new challenges. From online classes to gaming and social media, children and teens are spending more time on screens than ever before. While technology offers many benefits, it also introduces risks such as cyberbullying, phone addiction, and exposure to harmful content. At CyberSafely.ai, we support families in building […]
What Is Cyberbullying and How Can You Deal With It?
Cyberbullying isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always look like name-calling or direct threats. Sometimes, it’s subtle.It’s silence after you speak in a group chat.It’s people laughing at a joke that wasn’t technically about you.It’s watching your words get twisted and posted. But here’s the truth: if it feels personal, if it stays with you, if […]