Children and Screens’ flagship Webby-nominated #AskTheExperts webinar series brings together interdisciplinary panels of experts across the fields of education, public health, child development, psychology, psychiatry, advocacy and more to address pressing issues on digital media’s impacts on child development. The goal of this signature series is to share insights from scientific research and clinical practice, foster collaborative conversation, exchange ideas, and provide free resources to promote children’s health for parents, caregivers, educators, and others. Webinars are free to attend and available for viewing in the Learn and Explore section of this website as well as on the Children and Screens YouTube Channel.
Explore #AskTheExperts Webinars
Mental Health Apps, ChatBots, and Digital Therapy for Kids: What You Need to Know
The escalating adolescent mental health crisis has been met with a new array of digital solutions--how are these new digital resources shaping the future of mental health care for youth?
Unreal: Online Misinformation, Deep Fakes, and Youth
How can parents, caregivers, and educators help children think critically and develop skills to navigate misinformation and deep fakes in their digital lives?
Finding Words: Language Development and Screen Use
How does digital media exposure affect the development of language and communication skills in young children ages 0-5 years old?
ADHD, Children, and Digital Media
What information and tools should parents and caregivers know about to best support children with ADHD around media use and overuse?
Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Online: Virtual World, Real Victims
How can parents and caregivers help youth avoid the most common exploitation and abuse scenarios they may face online?
Safe Zone: Children and Online Safety
What can parents and caregivers do to equip youth with the skills and protections needed to keep themselves safe online?