"Packed with research-based explanations, techy tidbits, and stories, this book explores healthy screen habits and ways to stay safe online. Plus, fun activities and secret codes reveal the power of your phone and your superpowers to wield it as a force for good."

"A must-read for all parents: the generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech—and a plan for a healthier, freer childhood."

"How can we teach our kids to strive towards excellence without crushing them?"

"Sleep-deprived teens are more likely to report increased anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts."

"Through fun activities, quizzes, and real stories, this award-winning book helps girls decipher healthy vs. unhealthy relationship skills and how to navigate struggles. But more importantly, this book gives girls a new perspective on friendship and the role they play in creating positive change."

"Guide your teen in initiating conversations by prompting them to ask questions. Motivate them to embrace new experiences and reach out to peers from diverse backgrounds."

"Self-compassion means treating ourselves like we would treat our best friends. We should talk to ourselves the way that we would talk to someone we care about, and replace unhelpful thoughts with compassionate ones."

If your child's life is in danger and/or they are exhibiting life-threatening symptoms, call 911 immediately.

"Finnish families have a quiet ritual called the closing question. Before bed, every child answers one thing: “What was the last good moment today?” No screens, no advice, no correction — just the sentence, said out loud.

When the brain names a positive event before sleep, it ends the day’s stress loop. Cortisol levels drop, the hippocampus encodes the memory as safe, and the nervous system learns: the world can finish well. Without that ritual, thoughts keep running — unfinished, unprocessed, unresolved."

"When children experience The Flood Zone, their behavior changes. They yell, bite, or run away. They withdraw and lose concentration. They blame and lie. In this state, children are unable to be rational, regulated, or otherwise compliant. Even the most motivated child (or adult) with the greatest coping strategies won't be able to identify or manage their emotions in The Flood Zone."

"As educators, parents, and professionals, we need to teach children and teens how to identify their emotions, learn what triggers those feelings, and provide strategies to manage their feelings in a healthy way. This book explains how."

"As parents and caregivers, the best thing you can do is provide stability for your child."

"Watch for any cues that they may be uncomfortable in a situation. This is when they need your support the most."

"Every child needs to feel that they're heard and understood."

"By showing that you take breaks, set healthy boundaries, and practice gratitude, you teach your child that your emotional well-being is something to be nurtured and not ignored."

Play is essential for children to develop the 3 C's:

1) Creativity

2) Conflict Resolution

3) Connection with others

Even 10-15 minutes per day of distraction-free play can help kids feel grounded, reduce stress, and feel more connected.

When possible, put down your screens and model being present. Play doesn't have to be perfect or planned; it's about connection, not competition.

How can families use AI responsibly? Start with engaging your children.... One of the best things families can do is use AI together.

AI can be very isolating... having parents enter that world with them is a great way to remain connected to what can be a very isolating experience.

Despite all of the different safeguards, the best safeguard remains being connected with your children, and how and when they use this technology.

Using AI is nothing compared to connecting with a REAL person and working through with a trusted adult some of the most difficult problems in life... Most importantly, keep human connections at the center. REAL conversations with REAL people and REAL experiences will matter the most.

"Ever wonder how your teen can go from calm to crashing out in a matter of seconds? During adolescence, the brain is going through rapid changes that impact emotions, reactions, and decision-making in real time."

In this video, Dr. Nyquist shares practical ways parents and caregivers can show up during this phase of teenage brain development. Even when teens push back or seem distant, they still need connection and guidance from trusted adults who will continue to show up.

• Stay calm during big emotions

• Set clear and consistent expectations

• Keep communication open

When we lead with understanding and stay engaged, we can help teens build confidence, strengthen emotional skills, and learn how to navigate challenges in healthy ways.

Everyone experiences grief in their own way, but it often includes feelings like anger, sadness, and loneliness. These feelings are a normal part of coping with a big loss.

How children grieve can be influenced by age, cultural traditions, religious beliefs, mental health, disabilities, and other factors. Grieving does not have a timeline, and schools and families should be aware of anniversaries, birthdays, developmental milestones, and other factors that could affect students months or years after the loss.