Smart talk about raising and educating in the digital era. What are the challenges and opportunities for parents, social workers and teachers?

Authors

  • Hilda Baar-Kooij NGO Groupwork in Schools. Power in diversity
  • Jorūnė Vyšniauskytė-Rimkienė Vytautas Magnus University

Keywords:

side effects, social media, smart devices, influencers, addictions, mental health

Abstract

This paper is based on the presentation at the Conference on the Well-being of the Child and Family, October 2024, at Vytautas Magnus University, Kaunas. This article explores the development of technology and its impact on children’s well-being, family relationships, and the relationships between families, schools, and social workers. The article draws on recent research to outline the challenges and opportunities inherent in modern technological developments.

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Published

2026-01-16

How to Cite

Baar-Kooij, H., & Vyšniauskytė-Rimkienė, J. (2026). Smart talk about raising and educating in the digital era. What are the challenges and opportunities for parents, social workers and teachers?. Social Work: Experience and Methods / Socialinis Darbas: Patirtis Ir Metodai, 35(1), 165–191. Retrieved from https://ejournals.vdu.lt/index.php/SWEM/article/view/8435