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  • Talking to Your Kids About Negative Lyrics

    Posted by Dr. Dave Walsh • February 2 • No Comments

    I have a teenage son who enjoys listening to music. Some of the lyrics have positive messages, others are not so impressive. Can you give me some ideas of how to talk with him about music choices?

    Amy, St. Paul, MN

    Amy,

    Music has been a battleground for parents and teenagers for many... 

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  • Making the Most Out of Music

    Posted by Erin Walsh • February 21, 2011 • No Comments

    I just wrote a post about the influence of music on youth. Here are five tips to make sure that your kids get the most out of what is coming out of those earbuds!

    1. Talk to your kids about the lyrics in their favorite songs. What messages are they conveying? Do they line up with how they see the world? If they were to write a song, what would... 
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    Tags: Multitasking, Music

  • Influence of Music on Youth

    Posted by Erin Walsh • February 21, 2011 • 2 Comments

    How many hours do teenagers listen to music, a day? Including all music devices?

    Amanda, Nevada

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