resources

Content to share with children

We’ve taken the liberty of compiling a resources bank for everyone looking to reduce or restrict smartphone use for themselves or their children.  

Older kids

13 on TikTok: Self-harm and suicide content shown shocks experts
Article by Kate McDonald
Apr 16, 2024
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The Murder of Olly Stephens
True crime documentary about 13-year-old Olly, whose attack was planned on social media.
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I was born in the wrong generation
A poem from Kori Janes Spaulding about the impact of social media on young people.
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A Time We Never Knew
"Phones? No. We had each other." An article by Freya India
Apr 22, 2024
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The App Danger Project
an AI tool that flags unsafe apps for kids based on app reviews.
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What happened when 10 teens gave up their smartphones?
How did they get on as part of a 5-day digital detox?
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Gen Z, Social Media is Optional
Young people can use technology to connect without the apps designed to hook us
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Younger kids

Children’s Books Aimed At Addressing The Dangers & Challenges of Smartphones
Sue Atkins
The Parenting Expert
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