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Parents Uncharted: From The Creator of Mom UnchartedRaising Kids Online: Generative AI & Parental Surveillance with Dr. Devorah HeitnerTechnology has changed dramatically in just a few years, but has our approach to parenting kids online kept up?
This week on Parents Uncharted, Sarah sits down with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public and Screenwise, for a nuanced conversation about raising kids in an increasingly connected, tracked, and AI-powered world.
Devorah explains why the explosion of generative AI has created new challenges for families, particularly as chatbots increasingly simulate friendship and emotional connection. But she also cautions against making fear, avoidance, or delay our only parenting strategy. Kids need opportunities to...
2026-09-0245 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being a Social Media Star with Devorah Heitner – RereleaseDevorah Heitner, PhD is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and the founder of Raising Digital Natives. She passionately believes in the power of mentoring kids in creating a positive tech culture and she is delighted to be raising her own digital native. She’s also super cool and actually has an article out about some things to consider if your child wants to be a youtube star in the Washington Post—and we’re going to dig right and flesh out the information so we know how to have this discussion about fam...
2026-02-2400 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDr. Devorah Heitner on Parenting Kids Who Are Growing Up in PublicToday, we’re talking about such a pressing consideration for anyone raising a kid these days — what it means for today’s generation of kids to grow up with very public lives and coming of age in a digital world where so many aspects of their lives are online and available for public consumption, not to mention that much of their important work of identity formation is being shaped by the media and technology they interact with.
My guest, Devorah Heitner, gets into all of this in her brand new and essential book for any parent, Growing Up in...
2025-10-3155 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDr. Devorah Heitner on Online Safety and Internet “Rabbit Holes” and Neurodivergent KidsToday is an important conversation about online communities and internet rabbit holes. And I felt pulled to tackle this topic for the show because I know that the past few years in particularly has been a time where differently wired kids have beenspending a LOT more time online and connecting with people they may not have even meant in real life and doing their identity development largely online. And I also know that this can put our kids, and us as their parents and caregivers, in challenging positions as we navigate a seemingly endless stream of discourse that may...
2025-10-1741 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDigital Media and Technology Expert Devorah Heitner on Helping Kids Be ScreenwiseDr. Devorah Heitner, a digital media and technology expert and the author of "Screenwise" talks about how parents can mentor their kids to develop a healthy relationship with screens (phones, online games, and more). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-10-0344 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Tech Milestones & Digital Readiness with Devorah HeitnerSpecial Guest: Devorah Heitner
Devorah Heitner, PhD is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and the founder of Raising Digital Natives. She passionately believes in the power of mentoring kids in creating a positive tech culture and she is delighted to be raising her own digital native.
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2025-08-2052 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Tech Milestones & Digital Readiness with Devorah HeitnerSpecial Guest: Devorah Heitner
Devorah Heitner, PhD is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and the founder of Raising Digital Natives. She passionately believes in the power of mentoring kids in creating a positive tech culture and she is delighted to be raising her own digital native.
The post How to Talk to Kids about Tech Milestones & Digital Readiness with Devorah Heitner – Rerelease appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.
2025-08-2052 min
The PreambleGrowing Up In Public with Devorah HeitnerThese days, it feels like every fleeting thought, mistake, or awkward phase can be captured and shared online. So how are kids supposed to grow up in a world like that? Sharon sits down with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public, to talk about how parents, teachers, and mentors can support kids as they navigate the digital world, with plenty of empathy along the way.
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Host and Executive Producer: Sharon McMahon
Supervising Producer: Melanie Buck Parks
Audio Producer: Craig Thompson
2025-06-0944 min
TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDr. Devorah Heitner on Online Safety and Internet “Rabbit Holes” and Differently Wired KidsToday is an important conversation about online communities and internet rabbit holes. And I felt pulled to tackle this topic for the show because I know that the past few years in particularly has been a time where differently wired kids have been a) spending a LOT more time online and connecting with people they may not have even meant in real life, and b) doing their identity development largely online as a result of COVID. And I also know that this can put our kids, and us as their parents and caregivers, in challenging positions as we navigate...
2025-01-0940 minTILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDigital Media and Technology Expert Dr. Devorah Heitner on Helping Kids Be ScreenwiseDr. Devorah Heitner, a digital media and technology expert and the author of "Screenwise" talks about how parents can mentor their kids to develop a healthy relationship with screens (phones, online games, and more).
2025-01-0946 minTILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDr. Devorah Heitner on Parenting Kids Who Are Growing Up in PublicWelcome to this week’s show, where I’m so excited to be talking, bringing back to the show my friend, colleague, and my most trusted mentor when it comes to all things kids and tech and screens, Dr. Devorah Heitner.Today, we’re going to be talking about such a pressing consideration for anyone raising a kid these days — what it means for today’s generation of kids to grow up with very public lives and coming of age in a digital world where so many aspects of their lives are online and available for public consumptio...
2025-01-0954 min
HERself253. Dr. Devorah Heitner Answers Everything on Screentime with ChildrenParenting in the digital age can be confusing and scary. We know a lot of our listeners have the same questions that we do when it comes to technology and our kids! Today on the podcast, we are interviewing Dr. Devorah Heitner who has a PhD in Media/Technology and Society, is a parent, author, and screentime expert. She brings a lot of passion to this topic and answers all our questions with a new perspective surrounding social media, devices, and screentime when it comes to our kids!Every family will have a different...
2024-09-3050 min
Low Tox Life401. Devorah Heitner: Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital WorldAs with all things, I believe in finding people who can help us navigate the nuanced way forward - is there a way our kids can healthily grow up in public? Devorah Heitner PhD has been asking this with curiosity both as a parent and a researcher and in today’s show, we unpack exactly that question. Her book “Growing up in Public” is a must read so that we understand our kid’s social dynamics today better, and so that we know where boundary and protection are required, as well as curiosity and patience. Kids...
2024-09-2958 min
Parenting Teens Unfiltered with Cat & NatNavigating a Digital World with Dr. Devorah HeitnerWelcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.Our kids are growing up in a digital world whether we like it or not. They're trying to figure out who they are in a hyper-connected environment where everyone is watching. It's more important than ever for parents to understand the technology their kids are using, the content they...
2024-09-0941 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredParenting Teens Unfiltered: Navigating a Digital World with Dr. Devorah HeitnerWelcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, go subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.Our kids are growing up in a digital world whether we like it or not. They're trying to figure out who they are in a hyper-connected environment where everyone is watching. It's more important than ever for parents to understand the technology their kids are using, the content...
2024-09-0941 min
The Wirecutter ShowIs It Time To Get Your Kid a Phone?What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Ellen Lee & Dr. Devorah Heitner Additional Reading:The Best First Phones for KidsThe Best Smartwatches for KidsThe Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your Kid Safer Online)Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World by Dr. Devorah HeitnerGrowing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Dr. Devorah Heitner Products we recommend:App...
2024-09-0441 min
Joyful Courage for Parenting TeensTeaching teens self-regulation with screens with Devorah HeitnerDevorah Heitner is a new friend from The Zen Parenting Conference. I really appreciated what she had to say about doing more mentoring and less monitoring with our kids and their screens. This feels like a really hard time to be raising teens and dealing with all the tech. Cutting off access to technology isn’t reasonable, so how can we engage with our teens about how they use tech? How can we resist over-monitoring with school portals and Find my iPhone at our disposal? How can we teach teens self-regulation with their own screen time?
2024-07-1537 minJoyful Courage for Parenting TeensTeaching teens self-regulation with screens with Devorah HeitnerDevorah Heitner is a new friend from The Zen Parenting Conference. I really appreciated what she had to say about doing more mentoring and less monitoring with our kids and their screens. This feels like a really hard time to be raising teens and dealing with all the tech. Cutting off access to technology isn’t reasonable, so how can we engage with our teens about how they use tech? How can we resist over-monitoring with school portals and Find my iPhone at our disposal? How can we teach teens self-regulation with their own screen time?
2024-07-1537 min
Spawned Parenting Podcast with Liz of Cool Mom PicksSocial Media, Kids and Mental Health: Dr. Devorah Heitner on What We're Getting WrongThis episode is a must-listen for all parents of kids who have smartphones, especially if you're worried about the impact of social media on mental health. Dr. Devorah Heitner a renowned author and expert on kids and technology, joins me to provide thought-provoking insights that challenge a lot of the conventional wisdom, so get ready for a fresh take on parenting in the digital age. You'll get actionable advice for parents, compelling research that supports it, and the nuances of complex issues surrounding kids, tech, and well-being -- including where she agrees and disagrees with th...
2024-06-2930 min
Raising AthletesDr. Devorah Heitner, Author, Professor, Mom "Digital Media Expert" | EP 105Dr. Devorah Heitner is an expert on young people's relationship with digital media and technology. She has authored two books: "Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World" and "Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World." Her work has been featured in reputable publications such as the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. With a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University, Dr. Heitner offers practical, non-judgmental advice to parents about technology and parenting in the digital age. She also consults with schools, nonprofits...
2024-05-2040 min
Raising AthletesDr. Devorah Heitner (CLIP), Author, Professor, MomDr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World.📀
Enjoy this clip of Devorah explaining how we can learn from young people and how they use social media to have make a positive impact!👦
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2024-05-1702 min
The Future of EducationComing of Age Online: Helping Kids Navigate the Digital WorldSo many teens are addicted to phones and social media. How can parents and educators help kids thrive in a digital world with unwritten rules, uncertain effects, and endless changes?Devorah Heitner wrote her latest book, Growing Up in Public, to help adults better play that role. I sat down with her to discuss strategies for maximizing the benefits and mitigating the risks. We also talked about whether legislation around social media is a good idea and how all this technology should or shouldn’t be used in schools. As many of you know, this is a ho...
2024-04-1530 min
No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Mental Load & Parenting Tips for MomsWhy We Think Screentime Limits Need to Go!It’s become the most dreaded question at your child's annual checkup: how much screentime does your child get in a day? If you’re like us, you may have lied about it in the past to feel like you’re “not a bad Mom”. We’re here to tell you: not only are you not a bad Mom, but the pressures surrounding screentime for kids are RIDICULOUS.That’s right, unpopular opinion today - we are OVER IT! Although a relatively new term in the world of parenting, screentime has suddenly (but not surprisingly) b...
2024-03-2835 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 365: Dr. Alok Kanojia Explains How to Raise Healthy GamersI married a gamer and my 19-year-old is also a gamer, so I’m no stranger to the reality of video games being a significant part of daily life. But where’s the line between healthy gaming and unhealthy gaming? How much gaming is too much? And when does a gaming habit evolve into gaming addiction?These are some of the questions regarding screen time that I hear from many parents, and they highlight some of the ongoing challenges families face in raising children who can be responsible tech users and whose screen use and gaming doesn’t inte...
2024-03-1244 min
Parenting For The PresentDevorah Heitner - Onboarding Devices For FamiliesThis week we welcome Dr. Devorah Heitner, author and speaker. Devorah offers strategies for mentoring our kids in an always connected world. In this episode, learn when and how to introduce technology to your kids. Remember that your kids are experiencing life differently than you did! Her two new books on parenting and technology are Growing up in Public: Coming Of Age In A Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. Find more about Devorah at her website, www.devorahheitner.com.
2024-02-0437 min
College Is Fine, Everything's Fine#42 A Social Media Roadmap: Tips from Growing Up in Public author Dr. Devorah HeitnerSocial media gets a bad wrap, and sometimes that’s fair (hello “Text Neck Syndrome” and ties to loneliness, depression and body image issues). But social media isn’t going anywhere, and we think it’s time for a more balanced discussion. There is no one better to guide us than Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public. She has researched this topic relentlessly, drawing on hundreds of interviews with not only parents and educators, but kids, teenagers and young adults. Dr. Heitner isn’t here to shake her finger but to instead provide a roadmap for h...
2024-01-3030 min
Securely AttachedParenting in the digital age: Navigating screen time, cyberbullying, and social media with Dr. Devorah HeitnerEffective strategies for guiding your child through the digital landscape and preparing them for a tech-savvy future! Join us in this episode as Dr. Devorah Heitner unravels the mysteries of parenting in the age of social media, online gaming, and rapid technological changes. Gain practical insights into setting boundaries, modeling positive behavior, and empowering your kids to navigate the complexities of the digital universe with confidence. Dr. Devorah Heitner has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society and is the author of the books Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in...
2024-01-0245 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredRaising Kids in a Digital World with Dr. Devorah HeitnerOur kids are growing up in a digital world whether we like it or not. They're trying to figure out who they are in a hyper-connected environment where everyone is watching. It's more important than ever for parents to understand the technology their kids are using, the content they could potentially be exposed to, and how to guide them to become responsible digital citizens. We gathered lots of amazing tools when chatting with Dr. Devorah Heitner, the author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their...
2023-12-2518 min
D35 on the GoA Conversation with Devorah Heitner about Growing Up In PublicIn this episode, Dr. Wang talks with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise and Growing Up in Public. Dr. Heitner has written articles about children and technology that have been published in The Washington Post and New York Times. They delve into topics such as mentoring vs. monitoring when it comes to digital tools, ways to support our children in thinking critically about posting and engaging in online dialogue, and considerations to help you determine your child's readiness for various tech tools and apps.If you are interested in learning more from Dr. Heitner, you can...
2023-12-0430 min
Nir And Far: Business, Behaviour and the BrainInterview with Devorah Heitner - Nir And FarI sit down and chat with author, Devorah Heitner about her latest book, Growing Up in Public.
Nir And Far, a podcast about business, behaviour and the brain by Nir Eyal. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe on iTunes and leave an iTunes review. It will greatly help new listeners discover the show. Please visit my website Nir and Far for other info about my writing, books and teaching: http://www.nirandfar.com/
2023-12-0442 min
NeuroversityNavigating Social Media Safely: Dr. Devorah Heitner’s Expert Advice for Neurodivergent KidsSend me a Text Message about the show!The digital world allows our children the opportunity to connect with people all over the place and all of a sudden they have a community. But how do we help our children find the line of privacy and how do we help ourselves find the line of privacy for our children? - Dr. Devorah HeitnerDo you want your neurodivergent child to feel empowered and stay safe while navigating the digital world? Join me as I welcome my guest, Devorah Heitner, who will be sharing valuable insights...
2023-12-0136 min
Under the Influence with Jo PiazzaDon't Spy On Your Kids' Phones with Dr. Devorah HeitnerOrder Devorah's Book HERESubscribe to the Over the Influence newsletter HERE for episode transcripts, bonus content and more of my ramblings about weird stuff on and off the Internet.And order your college roommate a copy of The Sicilian Inheritance to make up for that Pearl Jam CD you never returned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-11-0151 min
Reimagining Love with Dr. Alexandra SolomonKids & Digital Wellness: Parenting in the Age of Screens with Dr. Devorah HeitnerDr. Devorah Heitner, an author and digital wellness expert, joins Dr. Alexandra for a conversation about parenting, technology, and the internet. As our world become more and more complex for kids of all ages, Dr. Heitner empowers parents to have conversations with their kids at all ages and stages, model healthy tech usage, and more.Order Dr. Alexandra's new book, Love Every Day:https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Devorah Heitner, PhD:https://bookshop.org/p/books...
2023-10-3152 min
Encouraged Parents, Encouraged KidsWhen Asking Kids to ‘Hang Up and Hang Out’ Isn’t Enough – with Devorah Heitner, PhDWe followed up with Dr. Devorah Heitner, a professional on helping children thrive in the age of technology, after appearing on a PEP webinar, Critical Topics in Parenting: Talking with Kids about Social Media and Mental Health. This podcast hits on the addictiveness of technology, social media’s influence on your child’s mental health, how to talk about technology, and best practices for sleep and 'mentoring over monitoring'. Devorah is the author of Screenwise, and her new bestselling book, Growing Up in Public, was released in September 2023. Visit PEPparent.org to see our program sched...
2023-10-2737 min
The Gifted Ed PodcastEpisode 16: Navigating the Digital WorldIn this episode, we discuss the significant insights shared by our recent guest in the Family Speaker Series, Dr. Devorah Heitner. While on campus, she provided valuable guidance on how to help gifted students navigate the complexities of the digital world. Some key topics we explore include empathy, self-monitoring, and the potential impact on one's self-concept.
Dr. Devorah Heitner, PhD, is the author of 'Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World,' as well as 'Growing Up in Public.' Her writings have been featured in reputable publications such as The...
2023-10-2415 min
Flusterclux With Lynn Lyons: For Parents Who WorryHelping Your Kids Navigate Social Media's Traps - A Talk With Expert Devorah HeitnerSmart phones are here to stay. And so are the questions we parents have about social media, screen time, group chats…it’s overwhelming. In this episode, we speak with social media expert Devorah Heitner, author of the new book Growing Up in Public, to help us sort through the noise and guide our decisions. Here is article referenced in this episode:My Family Tested 20 Kid-Safe Phones & Devices — These Were The BestNEW!WE'RE MAKING PLAYLISTS OF OUR EPISODES TO HELP YOU FIND RESOURCES ON SPECIFIC TOPICS.Here...
2023-10-1339 min
This Is the AuthorS8 E36: Devorah Heitner, Aparna Nancherla, and Rory StewartIn this episode, meet speaker Devorah Heitner, comedian Aparna Nancherla, and former politician Rory Stewart. Hear Devorah Heitner’s insights on teens' visibility in a digital world, Aparna Nancherla on impostor syndrome, and Rory Stewart’s remarkable journey through British politics. Plus, learn what it was like for these authors to revisit their work in the recording studio.
Growing Up in Public by Devorah Heitner:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/690819/growing-up-in-public-by-devorah-heitner-phd/audio
Unreliable Narrator by Aparna Nancherla: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/622556/unreliable-narrator-by-aparna-nancherla/audio
How Not to Be a Politician by Rory Stewart:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/690281/how-not-to-be-a-politician-by-rory-stewart/audio
2023-10-0320 min
Beyond the PrescriptionDr. Devorah Heitner on Growing Up in PublicYou can also listen to this episode on Spotify!It’s hard enough for adults to navigate anxiety, lack of privacy, and social relationships in the digital era. How can we expect young people to do it?On this episode of Beyond the Prescription, media expert Dr. Devorah Heitner presents practical strategies for parenting in an era of perpetual connectivity. She offers a refreshing perspective in her bestselling new book, Growing Up In Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World. Instead of panicking about social media’s role in young people’s lives...
2023-10-0239 min
ON BOYS PodcastDevorah Heitner on Growing Up in PublicOur boys are growing up in public.Between social media, online monitoring, and geo-tracking, our kids’ lives are public in a way ours never were when we were young. Helping kids manage this digital landscape can be a challenge for parents and adults who often worry and frequently ignore the upsides of digital life.“24/7 access to one another is a huge source of stress.”Feeling like you have to be accessible at all times is stressful for our kids. (And us!) But kids also enjoy positive online interactions.“For most kids, there ar...
2023-09-2832 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 342: Dr. Devorah Heitner on Parenting Kids Who Are Growing Up in PublicWelcome to this week’s show, where I’m so excited to be talking, bringing back to the show my friend, colleague, and my most trusted mentor when it comes to all things kids and tech and screens, Dr. Devorah Heitner.Today, we’re going to be talking about such a pressing consideration for anyone raising a kid these days — what it means for today’s generation of kids to grow up with very public lives and coming of age in a digital world where so many aspects of their lives are online and available for public consumptio...
2023-09-2657 minNo Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Mental Load & Parenting Tips for MomsOvercoming Digital Parenting Dilemmas with Devorah HeitnerIf you track your kids with Life 360, check their grades online, and/or post pictures of them on social media, this is the episode for you! We are joined by a very special guest, Devorah Heitner, who is now a two-timer here on the No Guilt Mom podcast!Devorah has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. On top of that, she just released a new book called Growing Up Public! Together we are breaking down the challenges and implications of parents oversharing about their...
2023-09-1938 minNo Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Mental Load & Parenting Tips for MomsOvercoming Digital Parenting Dilemmas with Devorah HeitnerIf you track your kids with Life 360, check their grades online, and/or post pictures of them on social media, this is the episode for you! We are joined by a very special guest, Devorah Heitner, who is now a two-timer here on the No Guilt Mom podcast!Devorah has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. On top of that, she just released a new book called Growing Up Public! Together we are breaking down the challenges and implications of parents oversharing about their...
2023-09-1937 min
What Fresh Hell: Parenting, Relationships, and Making Life Better, with Two Funny MomsFresh Take: Devorah Heitner on Growing Up in PublicHow do we help our kids navigate the possibility of going viral online for one little mistake? Devorah Heitner, author of the new book Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World, explains how we can protect our kids online without invading their privacy.Devorah Heitner is a leading authority on raising resilient and kind kids in our always-connected world. Her writing on kids and technology has appeared in The New York Times and The Washington Post, among others.Devorah, Amy, and Margaret discuss:
what accountability for mistakes should look like...
2023-09-1538 min
The PreambleComing of Age in a Digital World with Devorah HeitnerOn today’s episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, Sharon sits down with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. At a time where every minor detail, fleeting thought, and potential misstep can be publicly documented and scrutinized online, how are parents, teenagers, and mentors expected to navigate growing up in the digital age? We all want the “right” answers, and have valid questions such as, when is it ok for a kid to have their own phone? H...
2023-09-1544 min
Hello Monday with Jessi HempelKids and social media with Devorah HeitnerThese days it feels like kids come out of the womb glued to a screen. The term “iPad Kid” has been coined on TikTok – ironically another addictive piece of technology – to describe toddlers who seem to always have a tablet in tow. Even with kids’ programming and parental controls, it still feels nearly impossible to shield children from the challenges of the internet. Devorah Heitner tackles this subject in her latest book, Growing up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World. In this special bonus episode, Jessi and Devorah have a conversation about kids’ use of social media and its e...
2023-09-1432 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Growing up in Public with Dr. Devorah HeitnerWell folks, we are in a digital age where we track our children’s every move through apps—access their grades within minutes of the teachers posting them, send photos at a push of a button before we’ve even considered whether or not we should share or have consent to share—yikes. I was interviewed on Good Morning America about this topic because of how the number of likes affects how a tween and teen feel about their worthiness! This can lead to the creation of an online persona that teens create to attract likes even if the persona...
2023-09-1242 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Growing up in Public with Dr. Devorah HeitnerWell folks, we are in a digital age where we track our children’s every move through apps—access their grades within minutes of the teachers posting them, send photos at a push of a button before we’ve even considered whether or not we should share or have consent to share—yikes. I was interviewed on Good Morning America about this topic because of how the number of likes affects how a tween and teen feel about their worthiness! This can lead to the creation of an online persona that teens create to attract likes even if the persona...
2023-09-1242 min
Zen PopGrowing Up in Public- A Conversation with Dr. Devorah Heitner- Podcast #727Todd and Cathy converse with Dr. Devorah Heitner, the author of "Screenwise" and her NEW book "Growing Up in Public." They discuss the downsides and benefits of tracking your kids, whether it's a good idea to read your kids' texts, how to address the topic of sexting, and whether colleges are scrutinizing your kids' posts. Her book is now available as of September 12th, and it's a must-read!
2023-09-121h 13
Modern Mom ProbsGrowing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World with Devorah HeitnerHow would you have liked it if your parents shared every embarrassing detail of your childhood with friends and family? It’s a good thing the 80s and 90s weren’t that documented. Just think about the hairstyles and outfits alone!In this week’s podcast episode, Tara interviews Dr. Devorah Heitner, an expert in media technology and society and author of the new book, Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World. Tara and Dr. Heitner explore the concept of 'sharenting' - parents sharing about their families online...
2023-09-1236 min
The Perinatal Podcast074 Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World, with Special Guest, Dr. Devorah Heitner
Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University and has taught at DePaul and Northwestern. She is delighted to be raising her own teenager and she lives with her family in Chicagoland.
This week, Dr. Heitner shares her expertise on navigating raising children in an...
2023-09-1247 min
This Is So AwkwardNavigating Tech & Social Media with Devorah HeitnerAdults get a lot wrong when it comes to kids and technology. Here to bridge this divide is expert in media and tech, and the author of Growing Up in Public, Devorah Heitner. She provides insights for balancing kids’ burgeoning independence and guidance for creating constructive approaches to this complex issue.Show Notes:Pre-order our book This Is So AwkwardBook Preorder Bonus Middle School Back to School Workshop High School Back to School Workshop Growing up in Public: Coming Of Age In A Digit...
2023-09-1244 min
Unlock The Most Powerful Full Audiobook Today!Growing Up in Public by Devorah HeitnerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/16583to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Growing Up in Public
Author: Devorah Heitner
Narrator: Devorah Heitner
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
Release date: 09-12-23
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 9 ratings
Genres: Content Creation & Social Media
Publisher's Summary:
Between social media, constant connection, and addictive tech and smartphones, the boundaries of privacy are stretched thin. We can track our kids’ every move with apps, see their grades within minutes of being posted, and fixate on their digital footprint, anxious that a misstep could cause them to be “canceled” or even jeopardize their admission to college. All of...
2023-09-128h 10
Keep Learning, Laughing, and Dreaming Through Immersive Audiobook Storytelling JourneysGrowing up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World Audiobook by Devorah Heitnerhttps://libranovo.com/freeListen to free audiobooks with a 30-day free trial!Title: Growing up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital WorldGenres: Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Marriage & Family, Science & Technology, Psychology, ComputersAuthor: Devorah HeitnerNarrator: Devorah HeitnerRelease date: 09-12-2023Length: 8:10:03Language: EnglishPublisher: Penguin AudioDescription:NATIONAL BESTSELLER
The definitive guide to helping tweens and teens set boundaries online when technology and social media prioritize being online 24/7 over privacy
“Essential reading . . . With empathy and insight, Devorah Heitner sheds light on how pa...
2023-09-1210 min
Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting TipsGrowing Up On the Internet May Not Be as Bad as We Thought... with Devorah Heitner (Bonus Episode)Episode Summary: Dr. Devorah Heitner, a seasoned authority on the intersection of family dynamics and technology, has dedicated extensive years of research to investigate the influence of screens on children. Her latest publication, titled "Growing Up in Public," offers a comprehensive exploration of both the positive and negative aspects of maturing in a digitally connected world. Back for her second apperance on the show (previously joining me on EP260), Devorah is here to discusses how, contrary to our previous notions, it appears that coming of age on the internet might not be as detrimental as we once believed.
2023-09-1130 min
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 258: Privacy Versus ParentingDevorah Heitner, author of Growing Up in Public, sheds light on the multiple ways we monitor teen’s digital lives and the broader implications of constant surveillance. We also dive into the challenges and opportunities that arise when raising tech-savvy teens. Full Show NotesRaising teenagers in today’s digitally-focused and surveillance-heavy society can feel like uncharted territory for many parents. The constant monitoring—from social media engagement to academic performance tracking—has transformed the way teens experience their formative years. This digital reality brings a host of new challenges for families, navigating the balance b...
2023-09-1023 min
Edit Your Life | Simplify + Declutter Your Home, Time, and Mental SpaceGrowing Up In Public (with Devorah Heitner, PhD)How do we best help kids navigate growing up in public, especially if parents and caregivers have overstepped on privacy issues? Christine talks with Devorah Heitner about best practices, mentorship, boundary setting, school portals, and more. LINKS/RELATED EPISODES:
Devorah Heitner
Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World
Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World
Raising Middle Schoolers (with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC)
Raising Teenagers (with Mary Dell Harrington)
How To Improve Communication with Kids (with Ned Johnson)
Raising Functional + Kind Kids (with Catherine Newman)
Untangling Overparenting (with Jessica Lahey)
Dea...
2023-09-0740 min
Voices of Your Village248 - Navigating social media privacy and reputation with kids and teens with Devorah HeitnerYou're listening to Voices of Your Village. And on this episode, I got to have a conversation that I personally have been wanting to have for a long time. I got to hang out with Dr. Devorah Heitner and chat about Growing Up In Public her latest book. I think it's huge because we are living in this world as parents that we didn't grow up in when it comes to screens and navigating privacy and reputation with kids and teens. Like, if a teen posts this photo, what does that mean for them now or in the long...
2023-09-071h 02
The Peaceful Parenting Podcast118: Raising Kids in the Era of Technology with Devorah HeitnerIn this episode, Dr. Devorah Heitner joins me to talk about raising kids in the era of technology, and different tools and strategies to implement, all while continuing to respect their privacy. Dr. Heitner is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and her book on navigating Privacy and Reputation with kids and teens, Growing Up in Public will be out in 2023 with Penguin Random House. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She has a Ph.D...
2023-09-0639 min
An Analog Brain In A Digital Age | With Marco CiappelliBook | Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World | A Conversation with Author Devorah Heitner | Redefining Society with Marco CiappelliGuest: Devorah Heitner, AuthorOn Twitter | https://twitter.com/DevorahHeitnerWebsite | https://devorahheitner.com/On TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@devorahheitner1On Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/devorahheitnerphd/____________________________Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli_____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsBlackCloak 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbcwebBugcrowd 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbgcwebDevo 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspdvweb_____________________________Episode IntroductionWelcome to...
2023-09-0145 min
Dying To Ask’Growing Up In Public’ With Author Dr. Devorah HeitnerGrowing up on the internet may not be as bad as we thought.
The first generation of kids exposed to a fully digital childhood is coming of age.
Their childhoods have been radically different than their parents' childhoods.
That's led a lot of parents to instinctively want to control kids' access to things like screen time and social media by installing limits and trackers on phones.
It's like a digital tug-of-war between parent and child with sometimes unintended consequences.
Dr. Devorah Heitner is an expert in all things family a...
2023-08-2451 min
Psychologists Off the ClockGrowing Up in Public with Devorah HeitnerDevorah Heitner shares research-backed and practical strategies to guide children as they grow up in a digital world.
2023-08-231h 05Psychologists Off the Clock317. Growing Up in Public with Devorah HeitnerIn this age of technology, our children are more exposed than ever before. As parents, it falls upon us to educate and mentor them in responsibly navigating boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation. For this episode, we bring you Devorah Heitner, who, in her most recent book titled Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in the Digital World, touches on many important strategies for guiding our children to live in a digital world where privacy is nonexistent and judgment is unavoidable. Devorah's book could not have come at a better time and is a tremendously va...
2023-08-231h 03
Spawned Parenting Podcast with Liz of Cool Mom PicksDr. Devorah Heitner on Keeping Kids Healthy on Social Media | Ep 298When the Surgeon General issued his recent advisory on social media and the health of our kids, I knew author, columnist, and adolescent digital media expert Dr. Devorah Heitner would be the perfect person to ask for guidance and reassurance. And wow does she come through! Here, she offers incredibly helpful, specific tips about what we can do as parents to keep our kids healthy on social media-- and what we should not do (no spying!) -- with Devorah's trademark non-judgmental, common sense, research-based wisdom to help us all navigate some tricky stuff we may not know a lot...
2023-06-2031 min
Best of Both Worlds PodcastGrowing Up in Public with Devorah Heitner (Screen Series #2 of 3)In the second installment of the BOBW screen + tech miniseries, Laura interviews Devorah Heitner, the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World (out this September!).They discuss how things have changed and how to navigate moving forward, along with other fascinating discussions around kids + tech.In the Q&A, a listener writes in asking for tips around getting enough sleep with a newborn (due soon!) and toddler with continuing sleep issues.Episode Sponsors:Factor...
2023-06-2042 min
We Should Talk About ThatWe Should Talk About Our Children's Privacy, the Internet, and Growing up in Public with Author, Devorah Heitner, PhDSend me a Text Message about the show!From tiktok posts to pin locations, our kids every action is being monitored, recorded and available for the world to see. We employ apps to check their text messages and create fake social media accounts to see what they are doing and how they are doing it- our kids no longer have any privacy. For some of us, who are unwilling to give in to the social pressures of allowing our children to navigate these systems too early, we then have to deal with the impact of exclusion for...
2023-06-0550 min
The Self-Driven ChildAbout Half of Teens Cyberbullied: What Parents Should Know and Do, With Devorah HeitnerOn today’s episode, I’m joined by Devorah Heitner, a tech expert and author, and we explore the challenges our children face in the digital world. From the importance of mentorship in understanding our kids' digital lives to recognizing and dealing with cyberbullying, we touch on the complexities of the online world for kids. We also discuss fostering empathy in children, privacy concerns, and the role of technology companies. We highlight the significance of open communication, empathy, and mentorship in guiding our children towards responsible and safe digital usage. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will help you...
2023-05-0936 min
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast1KHO 126: Dealing with a Limitless Digital World When We Don't Have Limitless Time | Dr. Devorah Heitner, ScreenwiseDr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. She has fabulous insights into what it is like for kids growing up in a digital age and how that affects everything from time management, to relationships, to self-esteem, and more! Devorah gives practical ideas that any parent can use - even if you don't have a degree in social media platforms :). It's important to understand how our child's world is different from the one we knew growing up in order to help them navigate through. Our world is changing so...
2023-02-2146 min
Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting TipsEP260: Becoming a "Screenwise" Parent with Devorah HeitnerWith social media and constant connection, the boundaries of privacy for children are stretched thin. On today’s episode, author Devorah Heitner joins me to discuss how we can help our children navigate growing up in a world where nearly every moment of their lives can be shared and compared. Devorah is a Ph.D. who studied media, technology, and society at Northwestern University. She works with communities, schools, and companies to raise tech-savvy children. She is the author of the best-selling book, Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World, and is joining the show to off...
2023-02-1024 min
Neurodiversity PodcastSurviving in a Digital WorldThe technology world is changing quickly. For confirmation, look no further than ChatGPT. Parents, teachers, and mental health professionals are rushing to determine where to draw new lines, and which lines to erase, so that kids are able to safely utilize resources and entertainment. Also, what is okay to post publicly? How can kids cope with FOMO (fear of missing out)? How can we help them deal with anxiety when they see the highly filtered lives of others on social media? Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, and...
2023-02-0931 min
Brave Writer170. Screenwise with Devorah Heitner: How to juggle technology and kids!Today's episode is dedicated to addressing the number one requested topic: screen time and our children. With the rise of technology and the numerous devices available, it's natural for us to feel overwhelmed and concerned about the impact screens are having on our kids. Do you ever feel guilty about letting your children watch television or use their devices, even though you don't feel the same way about listening to a podcast or audiobook? Our guest today, Devorah Heitner, is here to help us answer our most pressing questions and ease the nervousness we feel around screen time. Devorah...
2023-02-061h 10Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 313: Dr. Devorah Heitner on Online Safety and Internet “Rabbit Holes” and Differently Wired KidsToday is an important conversation about online communities and internet rabbit holes. And I felt pulled to tackle this topic for the show because I know that the past few years in particularly has been a time where differently wired kids have been a) spending a LOT more time online and connecting with people they may not have even meant in real life, and b) doing their identity development largely online as a result of COVID. And I also know that this can put our kids, and us as their parents and caregivers, in challenging positions as we navigate...
2022-11-2943 min
The 5 to 8 Shift with Susannah McMonagle, a podcast for parents62. Tech + Family Series: Helping Kids Thrive in a Digital Age, Devorah Heitner, PhDDr. Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, is giving parents the tools to guide their kids through the online labyrinth that is so embedded in their everyday lives. Dr. Heitner’s work has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. You'll love her insight on how we can help kids navigate life online in ways that are edifying, healthy and fun.
In episode 62, we chat:
- Whether or not parents' worries about technology are warranted
- Why we should b...
2022-09-2743 min
No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Mental Load & Parenting Tips for MomsHow to Tackle Screen Time This School Year with Devorah HeitnerIn this podcast episode, we’re talking to Dr. Devorah Heitner. She’s the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, and has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University and has taught at DePaul and Northwestern. She is delighted to be raising her own teenager and she lives with her family in Chicagoland. Her book on navigating privacy and reputation with kids and teens, Growing Up in Public, will...
2022-09-1332 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being a Social Media Star with Devorah HeitnerHow to Talk to Kids about Being a Social Media Star
This podcast provides key adults with what to do or say when a child says they want to start a youtube channel and beging uploading videos. Dr. Robyn Silverman’s guest, Devorah Heitner, talks about creating a plan, key questions to ask, points to consider and how to cope with unwanted followers or ugly comments. Is creating a Youtube channel right for your child? Listen in and find out.
A few weeks ago, I was on Nightline talking about the possible repurcussions of allowing your child to...
2022-08-1653 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 128a: Digital Media and Technology Expert Devorah Heitner on Helping Kids Be ScreenwiseThis weeks’ episode is a must-listen to if your child uses technology and screens of any sort and your spending energy managing your kids’ screen time. My guest this week is Dr. Devorah Heitner, an expert on young people’s relationship with digital media and technology. Devorah is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and founder of Raising Digital Natives, and her mission is to cultivate a culture of empathy and social/emotional literacy. Devorah did a fascinating TEDx talk a few years back called The Challenges of Raising a Digital Native, which...
2022-06-2449 min
Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids TodayDr. Devorah Heitner on Parenting in a Digital World & Breaking down Barriers with Food with Rishma Govani
In this week's edition of Where Parents Talk with Lianne Castelino on 105.9 The Region, author, speaker and mom Dr. Devorah Heitner discusses parenting in the digital age, and breaking down barriers through food with Rishma Govani, author, mom of two and communications professional.
2021-11-1328 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Instagram and Social Media with Devorah HeitnerSpecial Guest: Devorah Heitner
Today is a Talk to Kids Shortie—which we are having because it has been revealed that Instagram is worse for kids than we thought. And I know this really worries my listeners. Specifically- New documents reveal that Facebook knows just how harmful its Instagram app is for many tween and teen girls. The Wall street journal shared findings of what Instagram’s internal researchers called a “teen mental health deep dive,” including a study that found Instagram makes body image issues worse for 1 in 3 teen girls.
2021-10-0518 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Instagram and Social Media with Devorah HeitnerSpecial Guest: Devorah Heitner
Today is a Talk to Kids Shortie—which we are having because it has been revealed that Instagram is worse for kids than we thought. And I know this really worries my listeners. Specifically- New documents reveal that Facebook knows just how harmful its Instagram app is for many tween and teen girls. The Wall street journal shared findings of what Instagram’s internal researchers called a “teen mental health deep dive,” including a study that found Instagram makes body image issues worse for 1 in 3 teen girls.
2021-10-0518 min
The Jayson Gaddis PodcastScreen Time & Keeping Your Kids Safe Online - Devorah Heitner, Ph.D. - 333This week, Devorah Heitner and I talk about kids, privacy, and screen time. Especially during the pandemic, it’s important to find a balance between getting things done, connecting with others, staying creative...and not going overboard digitally. Finding that balance is difficult enough for adults in this “new normal,” and we have to think about kids as well. As someone who has done a lot of research in this area, Devorah can provide great insights and tips, so you won’t want to miss this episode. Shownotes: 0:00 Introduction to Devorah Heitner, Ph.D. 6:05 Problems with how...
2021-03-1053 min
Digital Families"Mentoring Rather Then Monitoring Online" Dr Devorah Heitner Author of "Screenwise" Ep20My guest today on Digital Families is Dr Devorah Heitner PhD who is is the author of the book “Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World” . Dr Heitner has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology and Society from Northwestern University, and is also the founder of ‘Raising Digital Natives”
During this podcast I chat with Devorah about how parents can be their child's mentor rather than monitor. We talk about allowing our children to have a smart phone, what age should children be? We also discuss how to manage screen time especially during this time of C...
2020-08-2539 min
Good KidsHow To Balance Screen Time While Kids Are Stuck at Home (with Devorah Heitner)Devorah Heitner, Ph.D. and author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, guides us through some of the push-and-pull challenges we’re facing with screen time and technology while kids and parents are stuck at home. “I don't think of media and tech as evil, I just think that most of us do well when our screen experiences and tech time is more balanced.”Check out “Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World” and raisingdigitalnatives.com.Follow Devorah on Twitter.Also check out:
2020-04-2118 min
Depth and Light#13: Devorah HeitnerHow much screen time should my child have? Should my students have? How do we know what’s safe and what isn’t on the internet?
Dr. Devorah Heitner is an educator and researcher who explores these questions and many more. As founder of Raising Digital Natives, she advises schools, parents, and organizations on how best to mentor children and adolescents as they navigate an increasingly complex computational world. In this episode, we talk with Devorah about all of this, about new technologies like Deepfakes, and what it means if each of us—and our children—are amassing a digital permanent...
2020-01-0555 min
uh-PARENT-lyuh-PARENT-ly | Managing social media: Screenwise author Devorah Heitner explains why parents need to mentor rather than monitorThinking of getting your kid a smartphone for the holidays? Maybe you’re contemplating allowing Instagram or Snapchat or TikTok. Before you open that door, you should know what to expect.
Devorah Heitner, founder of Raising Digital Natives and author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World, joins uh-PARENT-ly cohosts Tracy Weiner and Anne Johnsos to talk about how technology can help rather than threaten our kids.
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2019-12-1900 min
Dear Family,Screen Time Confinement or Liberation- Growing Up with Digital Media, Porn, and Video GamesDevorah Heitner is not just another mom concerned about raising a digital native. She uses her Ph.D. in Technology to research, teach, write, and lecture about how families everyday lives are affected by digital media, smartphones, and video games. She's the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. And her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and TIME magazine. Devorah did a great TEDx talk about cultivating a culture of empathy and social/emotional literacy around kids and technology. She recently wrote a fantastic article for the...
2019-09-1054 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 128: Digital Media and Technology Expert Devorah Heitner on Helping Kids Be ScreenwiseDr. Devorah Heitner, a digital media and technology expert and the author of "Screenwise" talks about how parents can mentor their kids to develop a healthy relationship with screens (phones, online games, and more).
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2018-10-0248 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being a Social Media Star with Devorah HeitnerDevorah Heitner, PhD is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and the founder of Raising Digital Natives. She passionately believes in the power of mentoring kids in creating a positive tech culture and she ...
2018-07-2453 min
Vrain Waves: Teaching Conversations with Minds Shaping EducationTeaching Digital Natives with Screenwise Author Devorah HeitnerConnect with Vrain Waves
Twitter: @VrainWaves | Becky Twitter: @BeckyEPeters | Ben Twitter: @mrkalb
Connect with Dr. Heitner
Twitter: @DevorahHeitner | Website: https://www.raisingdigitalnatives.com/ | Book: ScreenWise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in their Digital World
Links & Show Notes
Virtual assistants (1:45) - Google conference virtual assistant preview video
Smarter Than You Think (from here on out known as “STYT”) by Clive Thompson (4:19)
The Audience Effect (4:40) - pattern study with little kids; also written up in STYT
How much more we’re writing with technology (05:50)
Introduction to Dr. Devorah Heitner (08:15)
Respon...
2018-06-0447 minHow To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Tech Milestones & Digital Readiness with Devorah HeitnerSpecial Guest: Devorah Heitner Devorah Heitner, PhD is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and the founder of Raising Digital Natives. She passionately believes in the power of mentoring kids in creating ...
2018-01-0952 min
Sunshine ParentingEp. 19: Being a "Tech Positive" Parent with Devorah HeitnerEarlier this year, I devoured Devorah Heitner's book Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World during a single plane trip. Heitner's insights changed my previously (and very opinionated) negative view of my kids' screen use. I highly recommend all parents read Screenwise, as the book provides new insights into our kids’ digital world and helps parents feel less afraid of tech. She teaches us how we can become "tech-positive" parents. And while I'm still a proponent of being unplugged (as is Heitner), I now view my kids' (and my own) screen use in a m...
2017-12-1930 min
Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & MoreGet Screenwise - Devorah Heitner [72]How are you handling the onslaught of screen technology with your kids? In today's podcast episode I talk to Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World.How do you answer these questions with your child?
When do they watch a show independently?
When do they make their own media choices?
When can they do some creating?
When to interact with other people? Minecraft with a friend?
When should my child get an email account?
We discuss all of these big milestones and more. Here are some of...
2017-06-1545 min
The Mom HourBecoming Screenwise with Devorah Heitner: Voices 13The relationship between kids and technology is often portrayed as something parents are supposed to fear, monitor, and and control as much as possible. But what if we approached it as an opportunity to mentor and connect with our kids instead? In The Mom Hour Voices Episode 13 Sarah interviews author and speaker Dr. Devorah Heitner about her book Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. Join us!LINKS MENTIONED:Screenwise: Helping Kids Survive (and Thrive) in Their Digital WorldRaising Digital Natives (Devorah’s website / blog)The free gift for listeners of The Mom HourGee...
2017-05-1251 min
The Mom HourBecoming Screenwise with Devorah Heitner: The Mom Hour Voices, Episode 13The relationship between kids and technology is often portrayed as something parents are supposed to fear, monitor, and and control as much as possible. But what if we approached it as an opportunity to mentor and connect with our kids instead? In The Mom Hour Voices Episode 13 Sarah interviews author and speaker Dr. Devorah Heitner […]
2017-05-1253 min
MyNDTALK with Dr. Pamela BrewerMyNDTALK - From Screen Addicted to Screenwise - Dr. Devorah HeitnerMyNDTALK - From Screen Addicted to Screenwise - Dr. Devorah HeitnerDr. Heitner offers perspective on how to thoughtfully guide children in the digital age. Many parents and educators worry that kids are addicted, detached, or distracted because of their digital devices. Digital Citizenship expert Devorah Heitner believes that technology offers huge potential to our children. Learn how parents can help.
2017-03-011h 00
MyNDTALK with Dr. Pamela BrewerMyNDTALK - From Screen Addicted to Screenwise - Dr. Devorah HeitnerMyNDTALK - From Screen Addicted to Screenwise - Dr. Devorah HeitnerDr. Heitner offers perspective on how to thoughtfully guide children in the digital age. Many parents and educators worry that kids are addicted, detached, or distracted because of their digital devices. Digital Citizenship expert Devorah Heitner believes that technology offers huge potential to our children. Learn how parents can help.
2017-02-271h 00
Art Creativity & Wellbeing116: How to Navigate Your Child's Digital World with Mom and Kids-and-Media Expert Devorah HeitnerWhat worries you about technology and your kids? Is it online predators? Cyber bullying? The idea that they'll disappear into their little devices and you'll never see them again? My guest today, Devorah Heitner, is an expert at helping us understand technology and our kids – and ourselves. Because like it or not, we are raising digital natives; we need to get this right! Devorah has appeared on the Today show, NPR, the Discovery Education Channel; she's been featured in Time magazine and Real Simple. Most recently, she's written Screenwise, a book ab...
2016-11-0858 minZen PopRaising Digital Natives: A discussion with Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise Podcast #330Cathy and Todd talk with author Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise about appreciating the benefits of technology in the home while monitoring overuse and inappropriate content. They also discuss why not all tech-time is created equal, what it means to be a tech-positive parent, and why parents hold the wisdom that children need when they use their devices.
2016-09-161h 00
Listen Anywhere While Discovering Characters That Feel Incredibly Real and RelatableScreenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World Audiobook by Devorah Heitner Phdhttps://libranovo.com/freeListen to free audiobooks with a 30-day free trial!Title: Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital WorldGenres: Self Development, Health & WellnessAuthor: Devorah Heitner PhdNarrator: Karen SaltusRelease date: 09-01-2016Length: 6:30:47Language: EnglishPublisher: Ascent AudioDescription:Screenwise offers a realistic and optimistic perspective on how to thoughtfully guide kids in the digital age. Many parents feel that their kids are addicted, detached, or distracted because of their digital devices. Media expert Devorah Heitner, however, believes that...
2016-09-0103 min
Free Audiobook: Giving You a Laugh While You Walk the Path | Self Development, Motivation & InspirationScreenwise by Devorah Heitner PhD | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: ScreenwiseAuthor: Devorah Heitner PhDNarrator: Karen SaltusFormat: UnabridgedLength: 6 hrs and 29 minsLanguage: EnglishRelease date: 08-22-16Publisher: Bibliomotion, Inc.Genres: Self Development, ParentingSummary:Screenwise offers a realistic and optimistic perspective on how to thoughtfully guide kids in the digital age.Many parents feel that their kids are addicted, detached, or distracted because of their digital devices. Media expert Devorah Heitner, however, believes that technology offers huge potential to...
2016-08-226h 29
Prepped and Polished PodcastP&P Episode 124: Devorah Heitner "Raising Digitally Responsible Teens"The Prepped and Polished Podcast is an educational and inspirational show that offers tutoring and test prep tips as well as interviews with celebrities and leaders in education. It is hosted by Alexis Avila, founder of Prepped and Polished LLC, a tutoring and test prep firm for K-college.
On today's show, Alexis is joined by speaker and writer Devorah Heitner. Devorah teaches us about the online, digital challenges teens face today and how to raise smarter, more focused teens.
A Digital Native = someone who intuitively understands how to use online technology
One of the biggest struggles today's teen face? Demand...
2016-05-2625 min
Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.FCV072 Raising Digital Natives, Dr. Devorah HeitnerAccording to Dr. Devorah Heitner, parents should assess their kids' digital and communication needs before handing over access to any digital media. Wait! Not as soon as they start bugging you for a smart phone? As Devorah puts it, "Because we supervise so much of our kids' face-to-face time with peers, they don't have a lot of practice dealing directly with other kids when there's a conflict." That's why she advocates parents' giving kids lots of practice in working through different scenarios so they can be more thoughtful and respectful when issues come up online. Annie talks to Deborah about...
2016-01-0700 min