Why are our kids so addicted to cell phones and social media? If you’ve ever struggled to pull your child away from their phone or tablet, this episode is for you. Our kids crave entertainment and social interaction, and for better or worse, they often use their devices to fulfill these desires. In the first half of this two-part series, we’ll discuss the often overlooked reasons behind our kids' social media obsessions.

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