Protecting children from the dangers online

Parents and kids using laptop, smartphone and digital tablet on sofa at home. [Courtesy]

While the digital world offers endless opportunities for learning and fun, it also comes with challenges that can affect children’s well-being, values, and behavior.

With schools closed for the holiday, and children are left with a lot of free time, one common escape for many young ones is the allure of screens: television, smartphones and tablets.

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