What if screens weren't the enemy-but a powerful tool to help kids thrive?
Today's parents are caught in a digital tug-of-war. Screens are everywhere-but fear and guilt don't have to be. Beyond the Screen cuts through the confusion to show how technology shapes your child's brain, relationships, and well-being-and how you can guide their digital world with confidence and calm.
Written by a developmental psychologist, educator, and parent, this empowering guide blends real-life insight with the latest research to help you raise emotionally strong, tech-wise kids in a world that never powers down.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- What actually matters more than "screen time" (based on brain science)
- How to set boundaries that stick-without daily meltdowns or guilt
- The 3 key skills behind digital resilience-and how to teach them
- What to know (and do) about social media, gaming, and online pressure
Whether your child is just learning to swipe or already deep into social media, Beyond the Screen is your roadmap to clarity-not more rules. Because the goal isn't to unplug-it's to raise kids who know how to live well, online and off.

Jason
Daniels
Jason S. Daniels, Ph.D., is a developmental psychologist, educator, and parent who studies how digital media impacts children’s growth and well-being. His research focuses on the ways technology shapes learning, relationships, and emotional development, while also offering real-world strategies for healthier, more intentional use. Passionate about bridging science and everyday life, Dr. Daniels helps parents and educators find practical, research-based approaches to guide children toward balance and resilience in a digital age.