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Raising school-aged grandkids: how to handle homework and school in a digital age

(Aging Untold) — For some older adults, this chapter of life was supposed to mean retirement. Instead, they are raising school-age kids again, navigating online portals, teacher apps and school meetings that look nothing like the school they remember. The Aging Untold experts are sharing how older caregivers can manage the digital side of modern schooling — and why their experience still matters. When the day-to-day of supporting a child’s education starts to feel overwhelming, older adults should know they are not alone. “I think it might be important to know that you may be the oldest member in the PTA, but you’re not probably the most confused,” gerontologist “Sam” Cradduck said. “There are many younger parents that are still trying to learn to navigate the online portals and the tablets that their kids have, not having textbooks.” “You may be the oldest member in the PTA, but you’re…

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Children's brains shaped by their time on tech devices, research to-date shows

Time spent watching television or playing computer games has measurable and long-term effects on children's brain function, according to a review of 23 years of neuroimaging research, which while showing negative impacts also demonstrates some positive effects. However, the researchers stop short of advocating limits on screen time, which they say can lead to confrontation. Instead, they urge policymakers to help parents navigate the digital world by promoting programs which support positive brain development. The evidence review, published today in the peer-reviewed journal Early Education and Development, is an analysis of 33 studies which use neuroimaging technology to measure the impact of digital technology on the brains of children under the age of 12. In total, more than 30,000 participants are included. "Those in policymaking positions should supply suitable guidance…

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She Reached Her Absolute Breaking Point With Her Friend’s Chronic Parenting Criticism—And Finally Snapped

Isn’t it amazing how some people who DO NOT have children think that they can speak up and tell parents how to raise their kids? In case you didn’t realize it, that’s a big no-no, my friends. And it’s incredibly RUDE. Check out what this woman had to say to her friend after she dared speak out about her parenting skills. “I (30F) have a close friend, let’s call her Anna (28F). We’ve been close for two decades now and we also have a business together and she’s also my son’s aunt (his father’s side, not mine) which makes this messier. Anna has a habit of weighing in on how I raise my son, CONSTANTLY. Everything is “you should, I would’ve, my kids will never” I reached a point where I don’t tell her anything about my son and his struggles. She’s never raised a child (she didn’t want to have kids until last year) let alone a neurodivergent one. My son is autistic, and she still argues with…

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Here’s What Moving to a No Income Tax State Really Costs (or Saves) Retirees

No-income-tax states can come with other costly tradeoffs. For many retirees, moving to a state with no income tax seems like an easy financial win. The logic is straightforward: if the state takes less of your retirement income, more money stays in your pocket. There is some truth to that. Nine states currently have no broad-based income tax, and only eight states still tax Social Security benefits. Those savings can be a big part of a retirement plan, especially for retirees drawing income from several income sources. However, income taxes are only one piece of a larger financial picture. Before packing up and heading south, it's worth looking at the expenses that rarely make the headlines. Texas has become a popular destination for retirees looking to escape state income taxes. What many newcomers discover, however, is that the tax bill doesn't disappear. It simply shows up somewhere…

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