Unplug and Plug In

After the explosive revelations about Facebook/Instagram's harmful algorithms, it's time to talk about teen safety--mentally and physically--online. 

This episode covers what parents can do with the information surfacing from Facebook's whistleblower and internal reports that show teens are harmed by Instagram.

Conversation starter: talking with teens on how to set up Instagram to be a healthier experience

Unplug & Plug In: What are you plugging into this week? What are you choosing to unplug from? Our host shares her thoughts.

• World Mental Health Day (World Health Organization)
• Petition to end "Instagram for Kids" platform by Facebook
• Article with the Facebook news from the last few weeks
• Fairplay summary of the Facebook Files related to teen health and Instagram
• Article on Resetting Instagram for a healthier experience
• Watch the movie (free in October) The Social Dilemma
• Sign up for the masterclass for parentsTeen Health and Social Media (replay available). Learn more here.

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Welcome to the Unplug and Plug In podcast for parents where we explore your relationship with technology, as well as how to help your child develop a healthy relationship with tech, screens and most importantly YOU. Every show I can promise you two things: you’ll get a conversation starter to try with your kids and we’ll go deep in unplugging from distractions and plugging into things that matter.

Hosted by Lisa Honold, founder and director of the Center for Online Safety and our mission is to keep kids safe online.