18: Can Online Socializing Go Too Far?

<p>What’s the limit for children socializing online? Many kids use social media to connect with their friends and as an escape from the monotony of this pandemic. Lisa walks us through the pros and cons of being online - from when getting lost in distractions can be a good thing to when digital technology can be detrimental to a child’s development. Lisa and Reena unpack the research on how best to take a break, especially when our kids (or we!) need to give the body a rest from stress hormones or clear out mental clutter. The episode wraps up by answering a critical question: When is it time to be concerned about our kids' online social activity?</p> <p>For Children Everywhere -&nbsp;Crisis Text Line is free&nbsp;24/7&nbsp;support for those in crisis. Text 741 741 from anywhere in the US to reach a trained crisis counselor.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.crisistextline.org/" target="_blank">www.crisistextline.org</a></p> <p>Lisa’s most recent NYT column:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/03/well/family/teenagers-downtime-free-time-choices.html" target="_blank">How Teens Use Downtime to Connect, Distract or Reflect</a></p> <p>Additional resources:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.drlisadamour.com/" target="_blank">https://www.drlisadamour.com/</a></p> <p><em>Ask Lisa</em>&nbsp;is produced by&nbsp;<a href="http://www.goodtroubleproductions.com/" target="_blank">Www.GoodTroubleProductions.com</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @AskLisaPodcast</p>