Defend Young Minds
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Trusted tools for raising empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids.
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🎄 Heading to Grandma’s for the holidays? There’s one thing parents often forget… 👵📡 Grandma’s WiFi. Our newest article breaks down 3 simple ways to make Grandma’s WiFi safer, even if she’s not tech-savvy: https://t.co/MJtFMeeDeQ
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With a little planning, you can transform an unfiltered home network into safe WiFi away from home so kids can still text cousins, share photos, and stream their favorite shows—without wandering into...
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🦃 This Thanksgiving, remember: you don’t need fancy traditions to make an impact. Gratitude strengthens kids from the inside out: 🌟 Boosts willpower 🌟 Reduces stress 🌟 Lowers the risk of depression & anxiety 🌟 Builds resilience 🌟 Increases optimism
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Our BIGGEST sale of the year is here! Get 50% OFF “Brain Defense™ Digital Safety Curriculum” and give your kids the gift of digital safety this year! 💻💡 Use BLACKFRIDAY50 at checkout. Offer ends Dec 1st! https://t.co/WMYSOT0Qas
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Check out our latest episode of the TBU Podcast: @jenntbu sits down with Kristen A. Jenson from @DefendYM to talk about the practical tools parents need to guard their kids from porn. You’ll want every mom and dad you know to hear this conversation. 🔗🎧 https://t.co/lyyrsoSbIl
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🚨 AI Alert!! OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that ChatGPT will soon allow erotica for "verified adults." @Forbes
https://t.co/gTo1Dzpv9Z Parents cannot assume “safe by default.” See https://t.co/B3nHx5l2oB for our top 6 tips to help kids navigate AI safely.
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Fall is the perfect time to cozy up and read together. 🍁 Reading aloud isn’t just storytime, but a powerful way to navigate tough topics with your kids. Our books give you age-appropriate scripts to talk about body safety and online dangers. Learn more: https://t.co/eUbwVQ2WTT
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🎥 Video chatting has become a normal part of kids’ social lives. But just like in-person interactions, it deserves clear boundaries and family discussion. See https://t.co/LZnnzYWyhy for our '11 Safe Video Chat Rules You Need to Teach Your Kids.'
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🎮 Kids love gaming, but predators do too. Don’t let your child be caught unaware. Help them learn to recognize red flags and stay safe while they play. See https://t.co/igA2n1iP4V for 7 Smart Tips for Safe Video Game Use from Tyler Davis of Better Screen Time.
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🚨 A therapist shared a heartbreaking story with us at @theaacc: A 5-year-old child was already struggling with compulsive porn use. It’s so important to start the conversation early, before kids are exposed. Check out our FREE guide to get started: https://t.co/zptxxyXXlo
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Feeling overwhelmed by AI? 🤖 You’re not alone. Tech is moving fast! But here’s what hasn’t changed: your kids still need you! They need your guidance, love, and values to make sense of it all. See https://t.co/B3nHx5l2oB for our top 6 tips for helping kids navigate AI safely.
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Is your teen hoping for a phone this holiday season? ⚠️Traditional phones are designed for adults, not kids. We urge parents to consider ‘SAFER’ phone options. See our new guide, “Best Phones for Kids in 2026: Our Ultimate Review” ➡️
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Find the safest phones for teens in 2026. We reviewed Gabb, Pinwheel, Troomi, Bark & MMGuardian to help parents choose wisely.
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This is every parent’s hope: that when their child faces something unsafe online or in real life, they’ll know exactly how to respond. **See https://t.co/pkabh0hmbU to learn more about the CAN DO Plan™ and how to help your kids be ready when it matters most.
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🚨 In recent weeks, multiple lawsuits have been filed against Roblox including legal action from state Attorneys General in Florida and Kentucky. 👮♂️ Veteran police officer shares 4 major Roblox dangers & tips for safer play: https://t.co/vH6V6ApFUG
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🎁Thinking about getting your kid a phone this holiday season? What if they could enjoy music, photos, & stay in touch... all without the risks of a smartphone? 📵 See https://t.co/21Knz7OGGB for our 17 fun alternatives. Childhood doesn’t need app stores or endless scrolling!
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Kids can enjoy the best features of a mobile device—without having an actual mobile device. Here are some great screen-free or low-screen devices that do the jobs of a smartphone or tablet. And...
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“I don’t want to make my kid curious…” This is one of the most common reasons parents postpone talking to their kids about porn. ⚠️Research shows that kids are being exposed at younger ages and those caught off guard often struggle to handle it. https://t.co/zptxxyXXlo
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Happy National Authors Day! ✨📚 Today we’re celebrating our founder and CEO, Kristen A. Jenson. Her groundbreaking "Good Pictures Bad Pictures" series has helped of families around the world talk about tough topics with confidence. Learn more: https://t.co/eUbwVQ2WTT
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🧟♀️💀 Do your kids spend so much time online they might as well dress up as screen zombies this year? Swipe through for 5 simple ways to bring your kids back to life and create healthier screen habits at home. Which one is your favorite? #defendyoungminds #screentime #halloween
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We’ve been fans of “I Said No!” for years and we're excited to share the brand-new 2025 hardcover edition by Kimberly King (@toughtopicsmom)! It helps children: 🚩 Spot red flags 🛑 Understand body boundaries 💬 Respond when something feels wrong. https://t.co/qC7fgpPQd3
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👻 What’s really haunting kids? It’s not ghosts or goblins....it’s sextortion: one of the fastest-growing and deadliest forms of child sexual abuse. Learn: ✅ Steps to take if your child is a victim ✅ How to protect your kids from being targeted https://t.co/2ltkCbhasp
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How to recover deleted texts 👇 iPhone (iOS 16 or later): You can restore deleted messages for about 30 days. See video for step by step. Android: There’s no built-in “trash.” Recovery requires: ➡️A recent backup, or ➡️Third-party SMS recovery software (see @barktechco)
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