The Bark Blog

April 07, 2023

Ask Titania: How Do I Talk to My Kid About ChatGPT?

Dear Titania, My daughter recently told me that she’s been using ChatGPT to write her ...

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How Body Image Is Impacting Eating Disorders in Boys

Content warning: This article discusses eating disorders and contains language that may be triggering to ...

April 06, 2023

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A Parent’s Guide to Social Media Etiquette for Kids

Social media has become an ingrained part of modern life. The question these days is ...

April 05, 2023

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Ask Titania: How Do I Explain Our No-Phones-During-Visits Rule?

Dear Bark, I want to encourage my kids and their friends to have screen-free time ...

March 31, 2023

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The Top 5 Hidden Dangers of Roblox

Roblox is one of the most popular online games in the world, beloved by kids ...

March 28, 2023

Ask Titania: How Do I Get My Kids Off Screens?

Dear Titania,  I'm feeling so frustrated and defeated! We recently moved to a new city ...

March 24, 2023

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How to Talk to Your Teenager About Dating

The first crush, the first kiss, the first partner—as a parent, it can be exciting ...

March 23, 2023

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The Negative Effects of Video Games That Weren’t Intended For Kids

It is a truth universally acknowledged that lots of kids love video games. Gen Z ...

March 21, 2023

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Ask Titania: How Can I Stop My Teen From Disabling Their Location?

Dear Titania,  My teen continuously sneaks out in the middle of the night and purposefully ...

March 16, 2023

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The Social Repercussions of Teens Sending Nudes

In today's digital age, sending and receiving nudes has become increasingly common among teenagers. Apps ...

March 16, 2023

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How to Spot Your Child’s Video Game Addiction

For years, video games have dominated the free time of young people. And in 2023, ...

March 14, 2023

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Ask Titania: Help! My Son Is Sexting

Dear Titania,I’ve just discovered that my high school freshman son has been sending sexual messages ...

March 09, 2023

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Influencers vs. De-Influencers: What Parents Need To Know

Parents, if you think about the advertising we grew up watching, it probably seems different ...

March 08, 2023

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Finding the Best Morning Routine for Kids: Bark’s Guide for Parents

Every parent knows the struggle of getting their kids up and out the door on ...

March 06, 2023

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Self-Harm in Teens & Tweens: What Parents Need to Know

As a parent, your first instinct is to protect your child from all of the ...

March 01, 2023

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5 Tips to Protect Kids From Digital Eye Strain

Between computer screens, smartphones and TV, American teens spend an average of nine  hours a ...

February 17, 2023

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7 Shows About Teens That Aren’t For Teens – Part 2

It's a teen takeover. Today many of the world’s most popular shows are centered around ...

February 17, 2023

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