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Positive Social charity @Positive_Soc

National charity helping students take back control of lives from social media. Interactive (often free) workshops in schools. hello@positivesocial.org.uk

Joined December 2014
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What is texting fatigue? (And why your WhatsApp inbox feels overwhelming) unplugged.rest/blog/what-is-…
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We're loving this at Positive Social. And hating it too... youtube.com/watch?v=OINa46He…

I Forgot My Phone

Written by Charlene deGuzmanDirected by Miles CrawfordStarring Ch...

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'I spent all my time on Instagram,' says woman in landmark trial bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c89k…
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We love to recommend trusted partners. @BridgetheGapFW is one of them, tackling child mental health and emotional literacy through amazing sessions run by a compassionate team. Check them out: jwbridgethegap.com/training-…

Training | Bridge the Gap | Child Mental Health | Emotional Literacy

Specialist training in all aspects of child mental health, clinincal and education backgrounds, grounded in child development and specialising in: emotioanl literacy, anxiety, anxiety review tools...

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How's it going handling social media issues in your school? Tomorrow, our founder @MrMarkSaxby will be addressing headteachers at the @leaderstoday conference - equipping them to make positive changes in their schools. Not to be missed!
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If you're starting to regret giving your child a smartphone this Christmas, you may find this particularly useful!
Mark Saxby@MrMarkSaxby
Jan 16
I'm unconvinced by the idea of a #socialmediaban. The danger is that parents think it will stop their children going on social media - when of course, it won't. Better to educate. Join our next free Positive Social online sessions for parents: tickettailor.com/events/posi…
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The 25 Phone Rules We Gave Our 11-Year-Old – & Why Other Families Want To Use Them Too positivesocial.org.uk/the-25…

The 25 Phone Rules We Gave Our 11-Year-Old – & Why Other Families Want To Use Them Too - Positive...

When our daughter Amie received her very first phone, she didn’t get the shiny freedom that most children dream of. She got a contract.

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US could ask tourists for five-year social media history before entry bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1dz…

US could ask tourists for five-year social media history before entry

The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, who can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.

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Australia social media ban: Teens challenge law before High Court bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9d9…

Australia social media ban: Teens challenge law before High Court

They argue the law - which will block users under 16 from having social media accounts - is unconstitutional.

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Last chance! Tomorrow we'll be helping parents navigate social media/phones with their children. Free webinar 8.15pm-9pm. Full of useful tips, techniques and so much more. It could be the most valuable 45 minutes you spend this year. Find out more at tickettailor.com/events/posi…

Buy tickets – Positive Social

Positive Social – Positive Social is a UK charity which runs interactive classroom-style sessions helping children make better decisions about ho...

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Princes and princess banned from smartphones share.google/xyGLqBdfE88sNQK…

Kate warns too much screen time damages family life

The Princess of Wales says that smartphones and digital devices are causing an "epidemic of disconnection".

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"I have your nudes and everything needed to ruin your life". A shocking investigative report well worth reading. share.google/XbOhc1UksSuD9AI…

BBC tracks down sextortion scammer targeting teenage boys

The BBC challenges the scammers targeting teenagers like Evan Boettler, who took his own life just 90 minutes after being contacted.

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How do I set boundaries around social media that my child will actually stick to? FREE evening online sessions for parents: positivesocial.org.uk/social…
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What’s really going on behind the screens – and how can I help my child use social media safely and positively? FREE evening online session for parents: positivesocial.org.uk/social…
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Positive Social charity retweeted
Mark Saxby@MrMarkSaxby
25 Sep 2025
Have you cried over your child's smartphone obsession? Apparently 33% of us have. It's tragic to see how childhoods are being robbed by social media and phones. A survey of 100,000 parents found that half of them regret giving their children a smartphone. (A thread)
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What age should I give my child a phone? FREE online evening session for parents: positivesocial.org.uk/social…

Social Media and Your Children: Positive Social Parents' Sessions

Free online session for parents concerned about their children's social media use.

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Considering giving your tween a phone? Here are some helpful rules to consider before you do: share.google/yQnYiLCyVqte90L…

Smartphone rules for tweens - We're going on an adventure

Although I've written this set of smartphone rules for tweens, it's really more about our expectations for Ben to use his mobile phone responsibly.

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Join our free Positive Social parents' session and learn how to help your child make positive, informed choices on social media: tickettailor.com/events/posi…

Buy tickets – Positive Social

Positive Social – Positive Social is a UK charity which runs interactive classroom-style sessions helping children make better decisions about ho...

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The new Light Phone III is a slightly smarter dumbphone. An interesting review… slate.com/technology/2025/04…

I Quit My iPhone Two Years Ago. It Completely Changed My Life.

The new Light Phone III is a slightly smarter dumbphone. I resisted it—but it won me over.

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Fed up of your children believing fake news they've seen on social media? This article by @MrMarkSaxby for @uksla will help... buff.ly/4k0alJD
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