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Joanne Orlando

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What is a ‘digital detox’ and will it make me healthier?

Taking regular breaks from technology seems like a good idea. A digital wellbeing expert explains if that’s backed by science.

12.05.2026 10

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Joanne Orlando

If social media for kids is so bad, should we be allowed to post kids’ photos online?

We need a deeper understanding of what exactly children’s safety and wellbeing online looks like.

11.12.2025 30

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Joanne Orlando

How safe is your face? The pros and cons of having facial recognition everywhere

Before you scan your face, you might want to think twice about the risks.

30.09.2025 20

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Joanne Orlando

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 20

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Joanne Orlando