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How parents can make sure their children are making safe screen time choices

Jon Keller

CBS News

Jan 12, 2025

In an in-depth interview, Dr. Michael Rich goes through the basics of setting kids up for health and safety in their digital lives.

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We believe that by following the science, we can create an empathetic and respectful world in which our kids can grow up healthy, smart, and kind.

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