teens and cell phones

Technology

Explaining the importance of the no-texting-while-driving rule to your teen

The invincibility of the teenage spirit combined with the endless need to fit in and socialize with peers can be a deadly...

Teen Behavior

Tracking your teen's texts

If monitoring your teen's texts and social media accounts is turning into a full-time job, here's what you need to know to keep him...

Age by Age

Tracking your children — smart or invasive?

The latest technology helps parents keep a close eye on every step their children make, from what they’re doing, how fast they...

Tweens, Teens & College

Think women are lousy drivers? Watch out for teen girls

According to a recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teen girls are twice as likely to use electronic devices while...

Tweens, Teens & College

Do you read your teen's text messages?

Most teens communicate with their friends through text messages. Should you allow yours complete privacy with texting, or read them...

School Age Kids

Cell phone safety tips for kids, tweens and teens

It's 2012, which means that most parents aren't discussing whether their kids will own a cell phone, but rather when their kids will...

Kid-friendly

Spotting the signs of sexting

According to a survey conducted by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy, one in five teen girls and boys...

Age by Age

Cell phone options for kids

What type of cell phone options are there for kids? Once you have decided your child is ready for a cell phone, it's time to pick...