Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely
- It’s no secret that today’s social media landscape is challenging—sometimes even downright dangerous—and should be navigated with care by kids and adults alike.
- Check out this episode of our Talk With A Doc podcast featuring Dr. Elizabeth Meade, a pediatric medical director at Swedish, who discusses ways you can help your kids get the most out of social media while protecting them from the worst of the online world.
Like most parents, you probably have concerns about what your kids are liking, sharing and seeing on multiple social media platforms. A Swedish expert has some guidance that can help you and your family enjoy the best of social media safely. Elizabeth Meade, M.D., FAAP, IBCLC, a pediatric medial director at Providence Swedish, joined our Talk With A Doc podcast recently to discuss social media's affect on children and teenagers. Listen to the episode here.
Dr. Meade, who is also a speaker for the American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, emphasizes the importance of teaching kids how to use social media safely and appropriately, rather than simply discouraging its use. The conversation covers the benefits of social media for staying connected and fostering creativity, the potential dangers such as cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content, and the importance of privacy and data security. Dr. Meade also shares practical advice for parents on monitoring their children's social media usage, setting ground rules, and educating them about online safety
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