Research

The good, the bad, and the ugly of online dating - from finding deep friendship and lasting connection, to anxieties, self-esteem blows, and the potential for violence

How has digital media impacted young people’s involvement in civic activities? How can I support my tweens and teens as they engage in online civic movements while keeping them safe?

Ten Tips for Helping Teens and Tweens Navigate the World of Online Civic Engagement

What does life after the height of social distancing look like? How can parents and children “digitally reset” to decrease daily screen time?

Ten Tips for Families Transitioning Out of the Pandemic

How have children and families without reliable access to the internet and/or other resources handled the transition to online school, homework, socializing, extracurriculars, and the needs of daily life?

Thirteen Tips for Helping Bridge the Digital Divide for Children During Covid-19

Which parental control apps and programs are most effective? To what extent should parents have control of kids’ devices and their content?

How is reading on paper different than reading digitally? What are the best practices for young people’s reading both on- and off-screen?