{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5bd86d4944cdf3c60b93898e/6994e5e508b58c2f9315fe30?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Teen Romance in the Digital Era","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5bd86d4944cdf3c60b93898e/1771447044865-ff84d0f3-ad6d-4091-a995-62d6bfcb1c64.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this Valetine's Day special of Shrinking it Down, Gene and Khadijah explore how teen romance is being reshaped in the digital age. From texting and social media to AI chatbots, they unpack the ways technology is transforming how teens connect, communicate, and even break up.&nbsp;While some online spaces can create a sense of closeness and constant connection, they also bring new challenges such as comparison culture, ghosting, and difficulty navigating face-to-face relationships.&nbsp;</p><p>Tune in for practical guidance on the importance of modeling healthy relationships, staying informed about their children's digital worlds, and when to worry about a breakup.&nbsp;</p><h3>Media List</h3><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/multimedia/podcasts/exploring-the-world-of-ai-therapy/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Exploring the World of AI Therapy</a> (MGH Clay Center)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2015/10/01/how-teens-incorporate-digital-platforms-and-devices-into-their-romantic-relationships/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">How Teens Incorporate Online Platforms and Digital Devices Into Their Romantic Relationships</a> (Pew Research Center)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/parenting-concerns/teenagers/hit-send-no-wait-the-dangers-of-a-hyper-personal-online-life/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hit Send, No Wait: The Dangers Of A Hyper-Personal Online Life</a> (MGH Clay Center)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/parenting-concerns/digital-media-eating-disorders/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Social Media &amp; Body Image</a> (Shrinking it Down)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2015/10/01/teens-technology-and-romantic-relationships/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Teens, Technology and Romantic Relationship</a> (Pew Research Center)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/multimedia/power-of-peer-support/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Power of Peer Support</a> (Shrinking it Down)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/conflict-resolution/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Conflict Resolution Course</a> (MGH Clay Center)</li><li><a href=\"https://www.mghclaycenter.org/mgh-clay-center-ways-to-help-your-lonely-teen/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ways to Help Your Lonely Teenager</a> (MGH Clay Center)</li></ul>","author_name":"Gene Beresin, MD, MA and Khadijah Booth Watkins, MD, MPH"}