Foreword

Dr Laura Bishop is a PhD Psychologist specialising in human-technology interaction and a mother of three teenage children.

In her foreword, Dr Laura Bishop writes:

“This book has arrived at exactly the right time. Whilst the world is alive with talk about potential impacts of social media and chatbot relationships, it’s ultimately parents left making decisions that could shape their child’s future in profound ways. Should we allow our children to use an AI companion? Are AI toys safe? How do we preserve curiosity, empathy, and autonomy? As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everything from tutoring systems to healthcare, entertainment, and social spaces, parents must come together to define their own boundaries and guardrails – and then teach these to their children.

We must guide our children through a world where creativity and critical thinking matter more than ever, where digital literacy is a cornerstone of wellbeing, and where technology must be balanced with the timeless human values that shape character and resilience. This book helps illuminate that path, reminding parents that “we are all in the same boat!” and the importance of AI existing within the walls of family values, not instead of them.

Today’s parents have no choice but to become pioneers.

This book will help start you on that journey.”