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Setting Computer Limits for Kids

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 18th 2011

Can your child enjoy himself –- and all those things that aren't online -– when he's away from the computer? Credit: Getty ...If your children spend a large amount of time at the computer, you may wonder, are they addicted or do they simply enjoy being online?
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What's Better for Kids: Computers, TV or Video Games?

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 17th 2011

How does a parent choose which media to allow their kids to spend time with? Credit: Getty Images It's a daily dilemma: If you allow a ...Whether it's TV, video games or websites, a screen is a screen is a screen.
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How to Nip Digital Drama in the Bud

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 12th 2011

Getting your kids away from media shouldn't be an ordeal. Credit: Corbis "Turn off the TV!" "No more Club Penguin!" "No Facebook 'til ...Cell phones, TV shows, video games and the Web often create standoffs between kids and parents.
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Alcohol in the Media

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted May 10th 2011

Advertisements leave an impression on your children. Credit: Getty Images Don't people have fun in alcohol ads? And they make a big ...Alcohol in the media makes a big impression on your kids.
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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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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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