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Rise of Youth Narcissism and the Social Networking Connection

Posted: October 26th, 2012 by Michele Borba


Is social networking connected with the rise of teen narcissism? I’ve  written a number of articles about Teen Arrogance  but now I want to dig deeper into troubling research reports that show a rise in teen narcissism and  decrease in empathy. Here are the facts that every parent and educator must know. Remember, the key is [...]



Parents Too Plugged In? That’s what our kids say

Posted: March 14th, 2011 by Michele Borba


Parenting advice I shared on the NBC DATELINE special “The Perils of Parenting” and wow was it ever an eyeopener! “She’s always on her blackberry. It’s soooo annoying!” “I hate it when he’s talking on his cell. It makes me feel sad.” “I put an timer on the computer. When it goes off, it’s time [...]



Protecting Kids From Online Predators: 6 Tips Parents Must Teach Kids

Posted: February 1st, 2011 by Michele Borba


Troubling research about our kids’ lack of online smarts and predators’ new grooming techniques to lure them. Advice based on new studies to keep kids safer online and parents and child givers better educated. Studies show that predators are using more subtle and savvier ways to “befriend” kids including pretending to be another teen or [...]