We know that many young people are feeling disconnected from friends and at the same time, others have been able to maintain a sense of closeness to friends, if not many, at least a few.

And, we, parents, are concerned about our kids in these incredibly challenging social times. I have spoken with several teachers and school counselors who feel these concerns for their students too.

Your youth has the internet to connect with friends, but it sparks worry that they also have all the internet risks. Can you relate to this as a parent? They are no longer talking with friends over an old fashion telephone; now they are dealing with actually SEEING what they have been left out of, seeing ongoing intense negative news, and the list goes on.

Today though, I want to suggest we focus on talking with our kids about appreciating any goodness that is happening in their friendships — and how the tech revolution has been helpful.