Cyberbullying in 2025 In today’s digital age, technology connects young people like never before. According to a 2024 Pew Research study, 95% of teens have access to a smartphone, and nearly half say they are online “almost constantly.” With instant messaging, social media, gaming chats, and mobile apps, young people are always connected — […]
The Dangers of In-Game Chat for Parents In-game chat features have become a staple in many video games, allowing players to communicate with each other in real time. While this can enhance the gaming experience by fostering teamwork and building communities, it also poses several dangers, particularly for younger players. Parents need to be aware […]
In today’s digital age, baby monitors have become an essential tool for parents, providing peace of mind by allowing them to keep an eye on their little ones remotely. However, with this convenience comes the responsibility of ensuring that these devices are secure from potential hackers who may exploit vulnerabilities for malicious purposes. Here […]
If you have time I highly, highly recommend watching or listening to this absolutely fascinating parliamentary evidence on screen time, digital poverty and education, with Baroness Kidron who’s career has taken her from making movies for Stephen Spielberg to groundbreaking protections for young people online Screen time and Wellbeing Speakers include: John McGee, Senior Policy […]
Small change. Big difference. Whether it is verbal, physical, online or in-person, bullying has a significant impact on a child’s life well in to adulthood. I should know as I was bullied when I moved to my Secondary School and had alopecia due to the stress and anxiety. I also thought it was my fault. […]
I remember being rung up on a Bank Holiday Monday by a Polish journalist last year, asking me my opinion on some new tracking device that tracks children through their mobile phone as well as talking on The Jeremy Vine Show on Channel 5 about the pros and cons. I told her I didn’t […]
In this episode: The Big Ask – Finding Out What Your Kids Think Will Make Them Happier After the Pandemic 30 Great Resources to Teach Kids Financial Literacy Sue Atkins in Conversation with Jo Fitzgerald Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainer & Co-Creator of the Primary 2 Secondary Programme for Schools, Students, Teachers and Parents
In this episode: Teaching The ‘Skill’ of Friendship to Kids Who Always Fall Out The Do’s and Don’ts of Caring for Twins Sue in Conversation with Our Family Wizard the App making Co- Parenting Easier
In this episode: What Is A Mentor? Quick and Easy Bedwetting Solutions How The Down Syndrome Diary Is Helping Struggling Parents. Sue Atkins in Conversation with Sonia Livingstone – Author of ‘Parenting for a Digital Future – How Hopes and Fears about Technology Shape Children’s Lives.’
In this episode: Is ‘Yes Day’ a Good Idea? Has Gavin Williamson “misjudged” the mood in classrooms and homes across the country? Is Tik-Tok Safe for Kids? plus Sue Atkins in Conversation with Lynn McAllister Author of Pixie Van Dimple and the Wrong Kind of Artificial Intelligence
In this episode: How Do you Deal with an Impulsive Teenager? How to Handle School Abuse Claims – Advice for Parents. Speech Delay – When to Worry. plus Sue in Conversation with Christina McGhee Author of ‘Parenting Apart: How Separated and Divorced Parents Can Raise Happy and Secure Kids’ The ultimate resource for separated and […]
In this episode: Why is outdoor play important? Pandemic Parenting: The Pressure-Cooker Effect on Families & How to Ease It Teaching Kids the Mick Jagger Principle: You Can’t Always Get What You Want! Sue is in Conversation with Judy Bartkowiak Author of ‘Empower your Kids! A Coaching Guide for Parents’
In this episode: Kids Read More When You Turn on the SUBTITLES! After Sarah Everard: Why We Need Game Changing Ideas to Teach Boys to Respect Girls A Guide for Selecting Anti-Bias Children’s Books Sue in Conversation with Fliss Goldsmith Author of ‘Erin and Roderick Discover Families’ a book about what makes a family a […]
In this episode: Sarah Everard and how her tragic murder speaks to ALL women but must speak louder to men. Girls Play Less Sport Than Boys: Here’s How You Can Change That Sue is in conversation with Natalie Reeves Billing Author of the fab ‘Monstrous Me’ series of split perspective books!
In this episode: Is it OK for Kids to Taste Alcohol? How do you Teach Kids about Gender Equality? 40 Open-Ended Questions to Get Kids & Parents Chatting Black, Jewish, Indian, Muslim, Hispanic and Latino Recommended Books for Children in #TheSueAtkinsBookClub plus Sue in Conversation with Dr Alan Beggs Olympic Sport Psychologist on Growth Mindset […]
