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E 327: Are We Losing Our Kids to Their Screens? Guest Kaylin Peete
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- Adult Child of Dysfunction
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- Jun 8, 2026
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Summary
How do we keep kids safe online without creating fear, shame, or disconnection? In this important conversation, Tammy sits down with Kaylin Peete, Program Specialist at the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) and former educator, to discuss the growing challenges families face in today's digital world. From social media and online gaming to AI chatbots and screen time, technology is shaping how children learn, connect, and develop their sense of identity. But while many parents worry about what their children are doing online, Kaylin explains that the real solution isn't stricter rules—it's stronger relationships. Together, Tammy and Kaylin explore the importance of open communication, trust, empathy, and human connection in a world where young people are increasingly turning to technology for support, guidance, and even companionship. They discuss: • Why conversations matter more than control • The surprising ways teens are using AI chatbots • The risks of online grooming, bullying, and exploitation • How parents can create safe spaces for difficult conversations • Why curiosity works better than interrogation • The role of parental controls and digital boundaries • How technology impacts self-worth, identity, and mental health • Why many children feel safer talking to a chatbot than a person • The importance of breaking generational cycles of disconnection • Practical ways families can strengthen relationships both online and offline This episode is a powerful reminder that while technology continues to evolve, children still need the same things they've always needed: connection, trust, understanding, and safe adults who are willing to listen. About Kaylin Peete Kaylin Peete is a Program Specialist at the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) and a former educator…