Anyone raising a son is all too familiar with the rhythms of digital life. Between the nonstop notifications, ceaseless social media scrolling, and late-night gaming sessions, boys are figuring out ...

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AI-enabled toys and child-focused devices are quickly moving from novelty to mainstream holiday offerings, marketed as playful, educational, and increasingly conversational companions for young ...

Parents need to know that the messages in Mister Rogers' Neighborhood about social responsibility, respect, and self-esteem are just as relevant today as they were at the show's start in the 1960s.

Parents need to know that Tinsel Town is an uplifting Christmas comedy about a washed-up action star (Kiefer Sutherland) who finds himself unexpectedly booked to perform in a small English town's ...

Common Sense is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive.

SAN FRANCISCO, October 8, 2025 — Common Sense Media today released new research into how boys' online habits relate to their identities, self-esteem, and development. According to the report, "Boys in ...

Parents need to know that A Perfect Pairing is a family-friendly romance starring Victoria Justice and Adam Demos that's set against the worlds of Australian sheep farming and wine importing. Thanks ...

SAN FRANCISCO, September 5, 2025—Common Sense Media today released a comprehensive risk assessment of Google's Gemini, which has added protections for kids and teens under 18, revealing safety and ...

Common Sense is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive.

A new type of relationship is emerging in teens' lives—one that feels like connection but is powered by code. Our new research reveals that nearly three in four teens have used AI companions, and half ...

SAN FRANCISCO, July 16, 2025 — Common Sense Media today released the report "Talk, Trust, and Trade-Offs: How and Why Teens Use AI Companions," which revealed widespread use of social AI companions ...