Catherine Steiner-Adair

This was OK..I skimmed the 2nd half.

All parents of children using technology in and out of the home must read this book! Even if you're "too busy to read," take the time to at least read the chapters pertinent to the ages of the kids in your home. The author has compelling arguments backed by research as to why we can't throw over the human connection in favor of shiny new tech. I want to throw this book at every parent I see paying more attention to their smart phone than their own child!

Much of this book seems defeatist--as if there is nothing a parent can do to protect his or her child from the pernicious influences of digital media. It is especially good at diagnosing the problem. However, in the last part of the book, the author finally offers some practical advice, so that there is a payoff in the end.