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      Text abbreviations and acronyms every parent should know

      Say what? Find out what your tweens and teens are really saying over text and on social media with our list of common abbreviations and slang every parent should know.
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      Text Abbreviations And Acronyms
      Parenting in a Digital World
      10/29/2024
      What parents need to know about the new Verizon Family app

      There’s a new app for busy Verizon families that has more location-monitoring options, a new feature called Safe Walk and premium features like roadside assistance.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      10/24/2024
      Drive the conversation: 5 ways to talk with teens about driving safety

      Teen Driver Safety Week is in October, and the experts say it’s essential that parents rely on open conversations with their teens, especially when it comes to driving safety.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      10/24/2024
      3 ways to use Safe Walk while trick-or-treating this Halloween

      Ready to go trick-or-treating? With Safe Walk in the Verizon Family app, kids can ask you to virtually walk with them and call for help if they need it. Check it out in the Verizon Family app.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      10/17/2024
      What parents need to know about AI chatbots in social media apps

      AI chatbots are popping up in social media apps, making it easier for kids to ask for silly jokes or get answers for their homework. Here, an expert shares tips to help use these bots effectively.

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        Parent-proven tip

        When is my child ready for a smartphone? It’s not about the specific age. Kids need to form a sense of identity outside of technology—not with technology.

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        Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS

        Bea is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parenting coach, national speaker, and author of "Our Neurodivergent Journey."

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