From graphic videos in the news to cyberbullying and online hate in popular internet spaces for kids and teens, young people are exposed to more disturbing content and experiences online than ever before. Research suggests this exposure may be linked to increased aggressive behavior – both online and offline. When does exposure to violent or toxic online content start to negatively impact children’s mental health and behavior, and what should parents and caregivers do about it?
Join us for the next #AskTheExperts webinar, “Violent Media, Toxic Online Spaces, and Youth Aggression,” on Wednesday, April 30 at 12pm ET, as leading experts in media, child development, and online behavior examine what we know — and what we still need to understand – about the connection between digital media exposure and youth aggression. Panelists will explore how and where children encounter harmful content, what the research says about impacts on youth development, and what parents and caregivers can do to protect and empower their kids in today’s digital landscape.
Speakers
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Michael Rich, MD, MPH
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School; Director, Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s HospitalModerator
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Stephanie Fredrick, PhD, NCSP
Associate Director, Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention, University at Buffalo, SUNY
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Brad J. Bushman, PhD
Professor of Communication, The Ohio State University