Today’s Solutions: December 21, 2025

Why more kids are choosing to

Why more kids are choosing to unplug: the quiet rebellion against screen overload

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a hopeful shift, children and teenagers are increasingly choosing to step away from their screens to care for their mental health, safety, and focus. Instead of waiting for parents or teachers to enforce rules, young people are beginning to take ownership Read More...

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New program in California helps kids manage tough emotions

It should come as no surprise that children across the US and across the globe have collectively struggled much more than usual over the past couple of years. Even before the pandemic in 2019, more than one in three US high school students reported experiencing persistent feelings of sadness or Read More...