Understanding a Child's Virtual World

by Dr. Linda Young

These days, it’s not uncommon for children to be more tech-savvy than the adults in their lives. As a result, adults often find it difficult to understand or relate to what kids are doing online.  Qwest believes informed parents and guardians are better equipped to create a positive online experience for their families. To help with this, Qwest has partnered with Linda R. Young, Ph.D., a family therapist with more than 20 years of counseling experience, to develop a free, downloadable handbook: Understanding A Child's Virtual World.

In the handbook, parents and guardians will learn about topics such as how technology is changing relationships, communicating with teens in ways that change behavior, and more.

Download handbook by section:

• Introduction/Author Bio
• Chapter 1: How Technology is Changing Relationships
• Chapter 2: 7 Reasons Good Kids Do Bad Things on the Internet
• Chapter 3: Communicating With Teens in Ways That Change Behavior, Part 1
• Chapter 4: Communicating With Teens in Ways That Change Behavior, Part 2
• Chapter 5: Always-On Technology: Do You Have Tethered Kids?
• Chapter 6: Virtual Selves, Real Identities (NEW)
  
• Additional Resources

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