Digital Safety Alliance | Nicklaus Childrens Hospital

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HELP US BUILD
A SAFER DIGITAL
WORLD FOR KIDS

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Millions of kids have become extremely skilled at navigating smartphones, tablets, and the internet from a very young age.

This digital immersion brings numerous risks and challenges for children and parents alike.
 



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From cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content to issues of privacy, screen addiction, and the impact on their physical and mental health, the exciting and innovative digital world can also be a dangerous minefield for kids.
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Excessive mobile phone and internet
use among adolescents can lead to:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Mood changes
  • Decreased sleep quality
  • Body image issues
  • Eating disorders
KEY INSIGHTS
72%
of teenagers believe that social media has a negative effect on their emotional and mental health

34%
Increase in likelihood of suicidal ideation or attempts for teens spending 3+ hours a day on electronic devices

75% of teens have seen pornography on their phone
37% of teens have reported phone use while driving
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people
46%
of teens reported being cyber-bullied




LEARN MORE

Download Our Parental Guide: From Innocence to Internet



Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is partnering with other national organizations to rally parents, educators, healthcare providers, and policymakers to create a safer digital environment for kids.

We seek to form an alliance of key stakeholders who can help us shine a national spotlight on this issue and provide information, tools, events, and resources to empower parents to make informed decisions when it comes to the digital safety of their children.

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WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING




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Learning how to navigate the ever-changing digital world is a true challenge for many parents and caretakers, even more complex as their children begin to gain independence."

 

Dr. Azaret
Dr. Marisa Azaret

Director, Department of Clinical Psychology
Nicklaus Children's Hospital

WILL YOU JOIN US?

It’s crucial that we teach children to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly. Their — and our — future depends on it. Keep up to date on the latest news, views and tools on digital safety.

For mental health support, please contact Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Psychology Team at 305-669-6503.

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Corporate Sponsors

Please contact us to learn more about how you can partner with our campaign and be a leading voice in the Digital Safety Alliance.