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Allyson Thayne

Allyson studies English Literature at Utah Valley University and is proud to be a first-generation student with her upcoming graduation in 2022. She works for Gabb Wireless as a dedicated writer and researcher for the Parent Education Team. Allyson is committed to using her critical eye to inform parents and caregivers about all things tech. Hailing from Ohio, she currently resides in Orem, Utah, where she enjoys living outside her screen to enjoy reading a good book and writing fiction.

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Posts by Allyson Thayne

Social Anxiety & the Online Persona

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From Cybervictim to Cybersurvivor in the New Age of Bullying

NOV 17, 21

Shedding a ‘Blue Light’ on Your Child’s Sleep Quality

NOV 24, 21

Breaking Down the Sedentary Slump & Boosting Active Play

DEC 01, 21

Outside Play vs Screen Time

DEC 01, 21

Netiquette for Kids

DEC 08, 21

Cyberbullying on Snapchat

APR 20, 22

Is Oculus Safe for Kids?

MAY 05, 22

The Benefits of Streaming Music

MAY 12, 22

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