Parenting in a Digital World: When Do We Let Our Kids Struggle And Guide Them Through Tech Addictions and Bad Actors in Media

Dr. Kathy discusses the importance of allowing teens to face obstacles and challenges to build resilience and grit, despite the desire to remove all barriers. The episode also touches on a new Texas law aimed at protecting teens online from problematic speech. The discussion raises questions about balancing support for teens while allowing them to develop problem-solving skills and how a parent can model and support teens.