Category: Articles for parents/guardians
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Effective communication of teachers with parents/ guardians to establish teacher/parent joint actions
By Theodora Avraam- CSICY – International Research & Development Center Effective communication between teachers and parents/guardians is crucial for fostering a safe and supportive environment for children, particularly in navigating online risks, such as Cyberbullying and Internet addiction. By fostering a culture of open dialogue and mutual support, both parties can create a solid framework for…
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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) and the Vlogger Phenomenon: Understanding the Risks for Kids
By Shadia Sbait- Gordon Academic College of Education The rise of social media influencers, especially vloggers, has created a new landscape for children and teens, one filled with both opportunity and risk. Among the risks is the amplified experience of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), fueled by the curated and often unrealistic portrayals of life…
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Relationship between family, school or peer relationships problems and Internet Addiction
By Shadia Sbait- Gordon Academic College of Education Teens today are spending increasingly more time online, and for many, this creates a potential for problematic internet use or addiction. While internet addiction itself is a complex issue, understanding its connection to family, school, and peer relationship problems can be key to helping young people. The…
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Summer holidays: Tackling kids’ boredom… without screens
Allow children to get bored this summer! Schools have just closed and children now have plenty of time free from obligations and schoolwork. Children, like adults, need to relax and have fun. The demands and fast pace of everyday life in modern times make children seek respite from their daily schedule and routine. Very soon,…
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Dealing with Internet Addiction
There is no doubt that the use of new technologies is an integral part of most children’s daily lives. Children know that the Internet is an excellent means of education, information, entertainment and communication. But what they seem to find difficult to understand is that using the Internet can also be dangerous. One of the…