Media Moms & Digital Dads: A Fact-Not-Fear Approach to Parenting in the Digital Age

Is social media ruining our kids? How much Internet activity is too much? What do FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), sexting, and selfies mean for teens?Are you curious about what research says about how media and technology are affecting childhood?Supported by academic research focused on technology, Media Moms & Digital Dads breaks down complex issues in a friendly, accessible fashion, making it a highly useful and, ultimately, reassuring read for anyone who worries about the impact that media might be having on young minds.Each chapter delves into a different issue related to kids and media so parents can easily find their particular issue of concern.Dr. Uhls ends each chapter with quick takeaways, in the form of tips and guidance for parents. Dr. Uhls' expertise as a former Hollywood film executive and as a current expert on child development and the media gives her a unique and important perspective.As a trained scientist she understands the myriad studies conducted by researchers, and a