PTSO speaker discusses the effect of the digital age on students

Dr. Richard Freed urged parents to realize just how addicting technology is for teens during an address on Feb. 9 in the cafeteria as part of the PTSO’s monthly speaker series.

Freed, a child and adolescent psychologist and a leading authority on raising children in the digital age, has published “Wired Child: Reclaiming Childhood in a Digital Age” and written articles for the Huffington Post. Freed discussed topics covered in his book, addressing the importance of family and the effect of technology, among many others.

Attendees learned how to protect students from destructive technology addictions and instead guide them to use technology as a positive force for their future.

The presentation, along with many others before it, was largely planned by PTSO president Ranjana Sivaram and other parents.

“The Speaker Series is truly a favorite of mine. I work very closely with an amazing team to bring the best speakers and topics to our school for discussion,” Sivaram said. “I'm truly excited to invite more parents to send in their suggestions for future speakers and to join us in making it even better.”