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The UK wants to screen Netflix’s Adolescence in schools. Should you watch it with your child?

The UK wants to screen Netflix’s Adolescence in schools. Should you watch it with your child?

Before you turn on the TV, remember Adolescence is not a documentary. It is a drama series. And the issues it raises require care and nuance.

03.04.2025 10

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Joanne Orlando

How can you tell if your child is ready for a smartphone? What are the alternatives?

The new school year doesn’t automatically mean a child should get a smartphone. But if they do, there are 3 vital conversations you need to have...

29.01.2025 4

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Joanne Orlando

‘Should I let my kid play Roblox?’ New safety features reduce risks – but more are needed

More safety features that don’t just revolve around parents are needed to keep kids safe on Roblox.

22.01.2025 10

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Joanne Orlando

What do TikTok's US issues mean for Australia?

21.01.2025 5

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Joanne Orlando

What’s going on with TikTok in the US, and what will this mean for Australia?

After briefly ‘going dark’, TikTok has returned to the screens of users in the US. But the situation remains slippery.

20.01.2025 10

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Joanne Orlando

A new campaign rewards young gamers on Roblox for engaging with the US election. What does it mean for global politics?

If historical trends are anything to go by, most young people in the United States will not vote at this week’s presidential election. For example,...

05.11.2024 5

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Joanne Orlando

Social media is like sex – young people need education, not unrealistic bans

The federal government has committed to a national plan to ban children from social media. Details are still scarce. Prime Minister Anthony...

10.09.2024 4

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Joanne Orlando