The Science of Parenting
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The Science of Parenting
Latest Episodes
Beyond the Rating: Understanding Modern Game Systems | Bonus
While many parents rely on ESRB ratings to judge a game's safety, these ratings primarily evaluate visual content rather than the underlying systems that drive spending and social interaction. By understanding how modern games function as digit...
The New Digital Playground: Why Modern Gaming Feels Different for Parents | Bonus
This episode explores how digital gaming has evolved from a finished product into a continuous, living environment that continues whether a child is logged in or not. Doctoral candidate and researcher Soyoung Park joins the show to break down t...
Voices from the Season | S.17 Ep.8
This wrap-up gathers reflections and practical tools from this season’s guests, highlighting joys and challenges from newborns to adults. Featuring “Across the Ages” insights, we share bonus answers on common hurdles and go-to strategies from e...
Guiding Adult Children | S.17 Ep.7
We explore what it means to parent in adulthood’s most ambiguous stage—when children are grown but still growing. Extension educator and mom-of-five Cindy Thompson joins us to share insights on boundaries, financial support, and staying connect...
Fueling Growth and Movement | S.17 Ep.6
We explore fueling growth and movement in the pre-teen and teenage years—how nutrition and activity support rapidly changing bodies and brains. Registered dietitian Jody Gatewood shares practical tips on breakfast, key nutrients, affordable fru...