After reading about kidswirlcom, a social networking site for kids, I am wondering if there is truly a way to know how this early use of social networking affects brain development. I am looking for REAL research. The age limit on other SN sites (facebook, myspace) were initially put in place due to safety/protection reasons. If that weren't an issue, is this idea of "infantilizing the brain" valid? I use social networking sites regularly. I guess the "fit" I threw last night over my children not eating the wonderful dinner I made is connected to my use of FB & twitter. Truthfully though, as an mom and educator, I'm interested in good research in this area.
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
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