The SmartSocial Event Sharing Center

Our library of Dangerous Social Media Challenges highlights the risky, viral challenges teens are posting, many of which can damage their safety, well-being, and digital footprint.

The SmartSocial.com team scours the internet to find the good and bad teen apps you need to know about. Our Parent App Guides are based on real questions we get from parents and educators all over the world. Instead of keeping our research private, we share our Parent App Guides with our audience.

Some students who use code words and secret hashtags feel like they can easily misbehave because their parents aren’t always aware of what they are chatting about. It’s important for parents and educators to stay informed on this ever-changing teen slang that is so prominent today on social media.

Discover how screen time is reshaping childhood and learn practical tips from "The Anxious Generation" to help your child build resilience, reduce anxiety, and thrive offline.

Social media and mental health have been strongly connected in studies. Learn how parents can set positive examples for students online.

Learn how excessive screen time may lower teen motivation and what parents can do to help. Explore expert tips, risks, and strategies for creating a healthier tech-life balance.

The viral "chicken jockey" trend inspired by the Minecraft Movie, why it's causing a stir in theaters, and what parents need to know about its real-world impact and social media risks.

Learn how Instagram’s School Partnership Program helps schools address cyberbullying faster and more effectively.

Like most hobbies, playing videos games can be safe in moderation. Learn the negative effects of video games and how parents can keep students safe.

Learn about the hidden dangers of fentanyl, online predators, and AI companions. Get practical tips to start important conversations and keep your family safe.