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ASA's remit extended

The digital remit of the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) is extended to deliver more comprehensive consumer protection online.

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- My phone is my life

Digital communication has become an integral part of teenagers' lives. Is it changing who they are?

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Mobile phone use makes children jealous

Children feel hurt when their parents send text messages or write e-mails instead of paying attention to them.

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Introduces mobile radiation law

San Francisco becomes first U.S. city to require all mobile phone retailers to inform about mobile radiation risks.

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Inconclusive mobile phone study

A comprehensive study on whether mobile devices can cause brain tumours has not provided a clear answer.

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Teenagers text rather than talk

New research shows that texting is the most popular form of communication among young people.

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Pupils to get download lessons

Industry watchdog PhonepayPlus aims to educate pupils about mobile download costs.

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Warns against the sexualization of society

Children are being increasingly exposed to sexual imagery, and parents have limited opportunities to prevent it.

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What is sexting?

Teenage sexting is a new and little understood practice. Find out more about the phenomenon.

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Mobile media are not for the youngest

"Children should be mature before they receive their first phone," says Patrik Faubert.

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Moves to ban mobile phones in schools

The French Senate has proposed a bill to ban pupils from using mobile phones.

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Bullying: Teenagers' best advice for parents

Kids and Media have asked the youngsters for advice to parents...

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Talk to your teenager about porn

There are many good reasons to talk with teenagers about porn, but who dares to?

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What to do if your child is being bullied

What can you as a parent do to prevent your child from being bullied online?

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