🛑 DETECT child sexual abuse materials online 🛑 REPORT them immediately 🛑 REMOVE them promptly That’s what we want tech companies to do to help end online sexual abuse – but they won’t do it on their own. We need comprehensive legislation to mandate that Big Tech does their part in keeping kids safe. A week from now, the U.S. Senate will call on key tech CEOs to testify on their failure to protect children online. Raise your voice with us now by tweeting your support at ChildFund.org/takeitdow

We want our kids to lie. Yes, really. Because lying when they’re young means we still have a chance to intervene - before they grow into teenagers and adults who feel they have to hide the truth from us. When a child lies, it’s not a sign they’re “bad” or “sneaky.” It’s a sign they’re protecting something even more important than honesty: attachment. Kids lie to avoid the disconnection they fear will come from our anger, punishment, or judgment. That means every little lie is also an opportunity

When we ask ourselves, Why does my child lie to me? We must take a look at our behaviors and reasons for why WE, the parent, lie in certain situations. In this Q&A, I answer this question, Why Do Children Lie. Share your thoughts with me below! | Dr. Shefali

Do you feel frustrated when your child lies? 😟 Learn why they lie — and how you can respond in a way that builds honesty, not fear. 💬👶✨ Why do children lie? It’s not always about misbehavior — often, it's fear, shame, or the instinct to avoid punishment. In this video, discover: ✅ The real reasons why children lie ✅ How to respond without damaging trust ✅ Why harsh punishment makes lying worse ✅ Simple ways to build a safe space for honesty ✅ Encouraging truth-telling through connection, not