A balanced look at teens and video games, exploring emotional needs, social connection, and how parents can support healthy gaming habits. By Sergio ToledoEditor-in-Chief, Heed to Heal Introduction As children…
Screen time is part of modern life, but too much can affect a child’s health and emotional development. Learn how to create balance with gentle, mindful boundaries. By Sergio ToledoEditor-in-Chief,…
Do you find yourself reaching for your phone without thinking? Learn how to gently break the habit and reconnect with your moments. By Sergio ToledoEditor-in-Chief, Heed to Heal Introduction It’s…
Your phone might be stealing your sleep. Here’s how nighttime screen use affects your rest—and how it impacts how you feel the next day. By Sergio ToledoEditor-in-Chief, Heed to Heal…
Feeling guilty about not replying right away? Learn how to set texting boundaries, stay present, and respond on your own time—without the guilt. By Sergio ToledoEditor-in-Chief, Heed to Heal Introduction…
As AI becomes more capable and embedded in daily routines, anxieties surrounding it are likely to intensify. By Dr. Nitin DeckhaLecturer in Justice Studies, Early Childhood Studies, Community and Social Services and…
Time away from Facebook has its ups and downs, research suggests—so Kira Newman gave it a shot. By Kira M. NewmanManaging editor at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center Introduction For…
Up to 50% of computer users face symptoms of digital eye strain. This condition isn’t just a matter of discomfort, it can significantly affect your quality of life. By Dr. Daniela OehringAssociate Professor in OptometryUniversity of Plymouth…
As retro video games become more popular, research suggests players could be looking for nostalgia – and the psychological benefits it brings. By Dr. Nicholas BowmanAssociate Professor of Communication Studies Syracuse University By Dr. Tim WulfFreelance ResearcherUniversity of…
Whether a technology helps or hurts people depends not on how much time they spend with it, but how they use it. By Dr. Margaret E. MorrisAffiliate Faculty in Human Centered Design and Engineering University of Washington Introduction Many Americans find themselves…
Disconnecting from the digital realm from time to time is good for your well-being, but doing so can be difficult. There are steps you can take, however, to get in the habit of putting your phone down. By Dr. Kelley…
Lots of digital tools promise to assist children with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD. But it’s hard to know what is and isn’t useful. By Dr. Kelsie BoultonSenior Research Fellow in Child Neurodevelopment, Brain and Mind CentreUniversity of Sydney By Adam GuastellaProfessor and Clinical…
Screen time is more than just hours spent on devices. By studying diverse digital habits, researchers can help people adopt a balanced approach to technology. By Rinanda ShalehaDoctoral student in the College of Health and Human Development Penn State Introduction In an era…
Whether they’re in a classroom or online, students should be encouraged to move around. An expert on learning with technology explains why. By Dr. Katie Headrick TaylorAssociate Professor of Learning Sciences and Human DevelopmentUniversity of Washington Introduction…
A scholar of digital religion and Buddhism argues that not all Western Buddhism practice is inauthentic. Here’s a way to know what’s real. By Dr. Gregory GrieveHead and Professor, Religious Studies Department University of North Carolina – Greensboro Introduction Is digital Buddhism, which includes…
Research suggests ways to manage your smartphone use so you stay connected to the people around you. By Dr. Tchiki DavisWriter, program creator, and well-being expert Introduction By 2016, 77 percent…
While online communities may not fully address the isolation LGBTQ youth face in-person, they can serve as an important source of social support and a springboard for civic engagement. By Dr. Linda CharmaramanDirector of Youth, Media & Wellbeing Research…
Engineered to exploit human compulsions, the Internet competes for our attention, while teaching us to need it. By Dr. Elliot BerkmanAssociate Professor of PsychologyUniversity of Oregon Introduction “22 of the Cutest Baby Animals,” the headline…
Buddhist meditation apps are an increasingly popular stress-reliever for people on the go. But do these apps really work? Or are they products of a lucrative industry contributing to a tech addiction? By Dr. Gregory GrieveHead and Professor, Religious Studies Department University of North…
OPINION: Research highlights six key principles for better learning. By Dr. Richard E. MayerProfessor of PsychologyUniversity of California If you spend more than an hour a day playing video games,…
Anecdotal evidence suggests the pervasiveness of smartphones is making us increasingly distracted and hyperactive. By Dr. Kostadin KushlevAssistant Professor of PsychologyGeorgetown University Introduction When was the last time you opened your laptop midconversation or brought…
New tools to help people use their smartphones in less detrimental ways are a good start, but could be even better at protecting users’ well-being. By Dr. Kostadin KushlevAssistant Professor of PsychologyGeorgetown University Introduction Apple…
Because of COVID-19, more and more therapists are turning to telehealth counseling and finding help. Could this be the wave of the future? By Dr. Nicholas JoycePsychologistUniversity of South Florida Introduction The coronavirus…
How do mental health apps compare to in-person therapy? A social worker and expert on technology and human services explains. By Dr. Lauri GoldkindAssociate Professor of Social WorkFordham University Introduction It might be surprising to think about browsing…
A focus on redesigning and creating technology to improve the wellbeing of its users. Introduction Mindfulness and technology is a movement in research and design, that encourages the user to become…
