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Experts Urge Parental Engagement to Safeguard Kids' Mental Health

1/25/2026

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The American Academy of Pediatrics issued guidance to protect children's mental health in the digital age, urging systemic changes and greater parental engagement.
Jessica Schleider, a child mental-health expert, urges holding companies accountable for harmful content rather than blaming parents.
Teri McKean urges open communication with children about digital experiences and supports monitoring digital habits.
Experts say the system fails parents because social media aims to engage, not safeguard.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics issued guidance to protect children's mental health in the digital age, urging systemic changes and greater parental engagement.
Jessica Schleider, a child mental-health expert, urges holding companies accountable for harmful content rather than blaming parents.
Teri McKean urges open communication with children about digital experiences and supports monitoring digital habits.
Experts say the system fails parents because social media aims to engage, not safeguard.