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To my brother, Dave, his wife, Debbie, and their three children, Betsy, Katie, and Andy, who pursue life, purpose, and fun with and without screens and have mastered the art of conversation.
Our connections run deep and wide, and I’m extremely grateful.
1. Technology and Our Deepest Human Needs
4. Lie #1: I Am the Center of My Own Universe
5. Lie #2: I Deserve to Be Happy All the Time
6. Lie #3: I Must Have Choices
7. Lie #4: I Am My Own Authority
8. Lie #5: Information Is All I Need So I Don’t Need Teachers
Less than twenty-four hours after we dropped him off at college our son began asking to come home. This wasn’t what he thought it would look like. It was too hard. There were topics being taught that he didn’t want to learn. “I want to come home,” he texted every single day during the first week of school.
We listened, encouraged, spoke wisdom, and ultimately said, “You ...
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About Screens and Teens: Connecting with Our Kids in a Wireless WorldIf you feel like you’re losing your teen to technology, you’re not alone. Screen time is rapidly replacing family time, and for teens especially, it is hardwiring the way they connect with their world. In Screens and Teens, Dr. Kathy helps you make sense of all this and empowers you to respond. She: • Exposes the lies that technology can teach your teen • Guides you in countering those lies with biblical truths and helpful practices • Shares success stories of families who have cut back on technology and prioritized each other
"Dr. Kathy continues to inform and inspire me with Screens and Teens. I feel better equipped to parent my kids in our constantly changing world because of her wisdom. Dr. Kathy’s expertise makes her my "go-to" person when I have questions about technology and the way it affects our family. Whether you have kids or not, this book will make you more aware of the tech-driven world we live in and encourage you to make bold, smart choices." -Kirk Cameron, Actor/Producer Grab a pen and get ready to underline, circle, and write "That’s so us!" in the margins. Be equipped to keep your family connected. BONUS: Every book includes an access code to stream or download a powerful 9-session video series (valued at $20) for FREE! In these videos, Dr. Kathy presents eye-opening insights to help you connect with your teen in a whole new way. Designed to be watched prior to reading each chapter, they will help you to engage the book on a deeper level. |
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