In this episode of 'Into the Digital Future,' hosts Jordan Shapiro and Laura Higgins discuss the evolving understanding of digital wellness with Dr. Michael Rich. Dr. Rich, a Harvard Medical School professor and adolescent medicine practitioner at Boston Children's Hospital, shares insights from his new book, 'The Mediatrician's Guide: A Joyful Approach to Raising Healthy, Smart, Kind Kids in a Screen-Saturated World.' The conversation explores practical advice for parents, educators, and caregivers on topics like parental screen use, smartphones in schools, and the importance of joint media engagement with children. Dr. Rich emphasizes empowering kids to navigate technology positively, highlighting the importance of youth participation in creating safer, more nurturing online spaces.
00:00 Introduction
00:26 Introducing Dr. Michael Rich
02:43 The Mediatrician's Guide: A Joyful Approach to Raising Healthy, Smart, Kind Kids in a Screen-Saturated World
08:12 Digital Wellness Lab
13:39 Age-Appropriate Digital Use
20:26 Parental Guidance in the Digital Age
23:47 Youth Participation in Digital Spaces
27:29 Conclusion and Credits