Archive for the Handling Technology Category
Managing Homework, My Space and Facebook
Helping a child juggle their social life and the demands of school is an age-old problem for parents. The internet is making this dilemma even more complicated. I have known many “computer fool” parents who have figured it out but it has usually taken some time and effort. Here are some thoughts that might prove helpful.
Instant Messaging
Dear Sharon,
“Instant messaging” every night on our home computer has taken over our son’s so called “family time” and more importantly his homework time. Should we be actively limiting this activity? I can’t help but equate it with my own teen years spent on the phone every night with my friends. Do I have to [...]
Computer Games
Sharon,
Our son is addicted to computer games. How can we curb some of this, and get him to perhaps read a book? Any suggestions?
Dear Parent,
This question arrived on MY computer just before I sat down to a holiday dinner with two of my sons and one of their friends. They were between the ages of [...]