In this episode's Q&A, Mark dives into the ever-evolving topic of teens and technology, responding to parent questions about social media limits, setting boundaries around phone time, and navigating flirty or inappropriate online conversations. He focuses on strategies to balance healthy boundaries without damaging the parent-teen relationship, and the importance of shifting approaches as kids move from preteen to teenage years. Mark also offers practical advice on what rules to set around device use, how to address risky online behaviors and why fostering responsibility — rather than just enforcing rules — prepares teens for greater independence. If you're wrestling with how to keep your teen safe online without pushing them away, this episode is packed with great stories and wisdom.
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