Navigating Social Media Safely: Dr. Devorah Heitner’s Expert Advice for Neurodivergent Kids

Neuroversity

The digital world allows our children the opportunity to connect with people all over the place and all of a sudden they have a community. But how do we help our children find the line of privacy and how do we help ourselves find the line of privacy for our children? - Dr. Devorah Heitner

Do you want your neurodivergent child to feel empowered and stay safe while navigating the digital world? Join me as I welcome my guest, Devorah Heitner, who will be sharing valuable insights and strategies to empower neurodivergent children and ensure they have safer online experiences.

In this episode you can:

• Discover effective strategies for parenting in the digital age, ensuring our children's safety and well-being online.
• Understand the difference between monitoring and surveilling our children and which one builds more trust.
• Learn the importance of media literacy and how to help our children, and ourselves, to critically analyze digital content.
• Uncover practical tips for navigating the digital world with neurodivergent children.
• Understand the unique challenges and benefits of growing up in the digital era, equipping yourself with tools to support our children effectively.

Dr. Devorah Heitner is a leading authority in helping neurodivergent children navigate the digital landscape. With her books, Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in the Digital World, she has become a trusted resource for parents seeking practical advice. Her work has been featured in major publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion, solidifying her credibility and expertise. With a deep understanding of neurodiversity and the challenges it presents in the digital realm, Dr. Heitner offers valuable insights and strategies for creating safer and more empowering online experiences for neurodivergent children. Parents can trust her guidance to help their children thrive in today's digital world.

Find more about Dr. Heitner here:

https://devorahheitner.com

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2019/06/10/my-mother-struggled-with-learning-disabilities-smartphone-would-have-helped-her-find-her-way/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/parenting/2023/09/15/teens-overshare-social-media/

Listen to her episode on We Should Talk About That:

https://www.westatpod.com/episodes/episode/7e49c6bc/we-should-talk-about-our-childrens-privacy-the-internet-and-growing-up-in-public-with-author-devorah-heitner-phd

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Chapters

1. Exploring Social Media and Neurodivergent Experience (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Social Interactions for Neurodiverse Children (00:04:25)

3. Tech and Privacy for Neurodivergent Kids (00:10:44)

4. Kids, Culture, and Letting Go (00:22:22)

5. Digital World Monitoring and Mentoring (00:27:26)