"Rather imply that families can return to some idealistic less complicated time without Facebook, sexting, social networks, and Twitter, and whatever else comes along, Kenley's booklet will help parents mitigate possible harm to their children as they integrate this technology hopefully into healthy lives and relationships." --Ronald Mah, M.A. LMFT, author of Difficult Behavior in Early Childhood and The One Minute Temper Tantrum Solution "Holli addresses children's readiness for technology as well as rules, contracts and education for parents to consider for their children as they introduce or allow entry of new technology into their lives. Cyber bullying and victimization are concerns addressed as well as internet resources for parents, with tools for protection, interventions and prevention--a must for parents in our technological world." --Lani Stoner, Marriage and Family Therapist "This slim book impacts greatly. Like high density nutrition--a little goes a long way. Ms.

Kenley expertly provides the core of essential research studies to make her important points--not an easy task, as those of us who have tried to synthesize the massive amounts of data now available about the negative impact of overuse of screen time on all aspects of children's and teens' well-being--from cognitive impairments and attention problems, to impulsivity and increased aggressiveness, to anxiety, depression and suicide to name a few. Ms. Kenley wraps up the leading-edge research in clear, succinct ways, never short-changing the studies nor their significance. In fact, because of her gift for integrating lots of information into bite-size pieces, the seriousness of the studies and the urgency to act stand out." --Gloria M. Degaetano, author, Parenting Well in a Media Age: Keeping Our Kids Human and other works Holli's well-researched book gives parents a road map on family technology and the effects that overuse can have on a child. The helpful advice on cyber bullying, and how to get support if your child has this experience, is excellent. Suggestions are shared, as well, to encourage the reader to create a family life that is not entirely built around technology and to set up guidelines for your children so they can thrive rather than suffer the unhealthy side effects of screen overuse.

Power Down and Power Up is to the point and easy to read. In our technology filled world, this book is so needed. I highly recommend it for all parents. --Catherine Taughinbaugh, author, 7 Ways to Help With Parental Recovery When Your Child is Addicted.