Social media and teenagers, a practical guide for families


Young people’s rising use of social media is a cause for concern for many adults. That’s understandable - children now spend over three hours a day on their smartphones on average, so parents and carers need to understand the risks that come with screen time.
The online world isn’t going away, and children cannot be shielded from it. The challenge - and opportunity - for us all is to make it as safe as possible for our young people.
Together, we can build digitally healthy households, practically and positively. Let’s explore how.



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