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This guide aims to empower parents with the knowledge and tools to help their children thrive in an increasingly digital environment. It addresses common concerns and offers practical advice on key issues.

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Boys Town Launches Mood App for Teens | Blog

Discover the new 'Your Life Your Voice' mood journaling app by Boys Town, designed to help teens track their emotions and improve their mental well-being. Download now and empower your teen to express their feelings!

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Teach Your Kids to Stay Calm in Emotional Situations | Article

Kids get upset all the time, and for a wide variety of reasons. That’s why teaching them how to stay calm is such an essential skill. Learning to stay calm in difficult situations is the key to children’s success at home, in school, and throughout life.

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Game Over: When Technology Takes Over Quality Time | Article

This information is included in our Guide to Parenting in the Digital Age. 

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Top Five Tips for Managing Technology Use | Article

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Eight-Year-Old and iPod Use | Q&A

My 8-year-old daughter accrued charges of almost $300 while playing a game on her iPod. I didn’t know that she knew how to do this, and I am angry with my own ignorance. But I am also angry with her, and feel I cannot trust her. 

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Inappropriate Texting | Q&A

I found some extremely disturbing sexual photos and text messages on my 11-year-old daughter’s phone recently. They were from a 14-year-old boy who was asking her to have phone sex with him. She told me that she said no to the boy and that she was uncomfortable with his request. However, when I told…

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