Why you should limit your teen's time online this festive season

Despite encouraging young people to engage with their peers, social media can thwart the relationships teenagers need to develop and make them feel inferior in many aspects of their life

Most teenagers live through social media. It has become their primary way to communicate with their peers, to learn about the world, to develop friendships and relationships, and to thrive in this era of ‘living your best life’.

Is there a new smart phone or ring light on your teenager's Santa list this year? It can feel like having tech as part of their lives is unavoidable. 

Most teenagers live through social media. It has become their primary way to communicate with their peers, to learn about the world, and to develop friendships and relationships. However, it can also instigate exclusion , worry and constantly catching up to new ideas as to what is considered ‘perfect’ or ideal.