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Stereotypes in the Media

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 5th 2011

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Media is full of economic, gender and ethnic stereotypes. Credit: Corbis While many argue that ...The images our kids see powerfully inform their sense of what is normal.
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Gaming and Your Kids

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 4th 2011

Kids love getting their game on. Credit: Getty Images Never before have kids spent so much time (and money) gaming. Some gaming ...How do you know if video games are OK for your kids to play?
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Tips for a Healthy Media Diet

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 3rd 2011

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Help kids connect what they learn in the media to events and other activities in which ...When kids are around, set an example by using media the way you want them to use it.
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Are You a Helicopter Parent When It Comes to Media?

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 3rd 2011

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No one wants to be known as a helicopter parent. Credit: Corbis Nobody wants to be ...Trying to control everything your kid sees, plays, and listens to might not be doing your kid any favors.
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Sneaking into R-Rated Movies (Without Leaving Home)

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 2nd 2011

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R-rated content is a click away. Credit: Getty Images I clearly recall telling my then ...R-rated movies are just a click away for Internet-savvy kids.
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Autism Questions Answered by Doctor

by the editors at FoxNews.com, Posted Apr 29th 2011

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Parenting a child with autism raises many questions. Credit: Corbis
As a ...A doctor and father of a child with autism answers reader's questions.
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How to Obtain Guardianship for Adults With Autism

by the editors at FoxNews.com, Posted Apr 28th 2011

Credit: Corbis Once a child turns 18, he or she is legally considered an adult and, therefore, permitted to make his or her own ...Many parents of teens with autism are learning they are not automatically considered their child's legal guardian.
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Computer and Video Games Make My Boys Forget Homework and Even Dinner!

by Susan Stiffelman, MFT, Posted Apr 25th 2011

if(typeof AOLVP_cfg==='undefined')AOLVP_cfg=[];AOLVP_cfg.push({id:'AOLVP_731783172001','codever':0.1, 'autoload':true, 'autoplay':true, ...Can't get your kids to unplug? Take a look at your own tech behavior.
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