The Toxic Side of Technology
Parenting Today's Teens
09/13/22
•21m
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In today's episode, Mark Gregston sits down with a couple of Heartlight teens and learns why their families sent them to the boarding school. For one 14-year-old girl, being bullied into sending explicit pictures over text sent her down a dark and painful path. Learn how the counselors at Heartlight are helping her see her worth and beauty in this episode!
Want to learn more about how to help your kids use technology responsibly? Check out Mark's free e-book, "Keeping Your Teen Safe Online," at bit.ly/3AwwgCa
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