More screen time among children and teens is linked to higher risks of heart and metabolic problems, particularly when combined with insufficient sleep. Danish researchers discovered a measurable rise ...

They don’t consider it safe and they don’t think the companies are going to fix it.” Common Sense Media, a research and advocacy group focused on youth and technology, has not endorsed the bill yet, ...

Since October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, now is the perfect time to talk about something that matters to all of us: keeping our kids safe online.

The Australian government announced a ban on children under 16 using social networks with effect from December this year.

In her new book, “Smartphone Nation,” social media expert Kaitlyn Regehr helps parents manage their digital media consumption and teach kids healthy tech habits.

Preteens yearn for independence — and many parents want to loosen the reins — but that requires giving them some way to check in and say, “I made it to school,” or “I’m going to Frannie’s house this ...

Findings from the study also concluded that most older adults recognize there are benefits of screen time, as well. A ...

AI is changing what careers are possible for students interested in STEM subjects. WIRED spoke with five aspiring scientists ...

Habit to try: Don’t browse news sites. Don’t scroll current events on social media. You’ll be tempted to preach to the ...

Roblox isn’t just a game—it’s a massive digital world where millions of kids build, play, and connect. If you’re a parent, ...

Those were the last messages exchanged by 14-year-old Sewell Setzer and the chatbot he developed a romantic relationship with ...

While many have embraced technology as adults, there's still widespread debate about how to introduce kids to it without ...