Every child and every family are different , so what works in my family may not work in yours . James Steyer : Until 12-year-old 's stabbing , not many parents knew about `` Slenderman '' Steyer : Internet is a super peer that guides kids ' development , informs sense of what 's normal . He says media can offer good or bad role models and amplify problems in at-risk kids . Comment: Parents are key to combating negative media : Engage with your children .
James Steyer : Until 12-year-old 's stabbing , not many parents knew about `` Slenderman '' Steyer : Internet is a super peer that guides kids ' development , informs sense of what 's normal . He says media can offer good or bad role models and amplify problems in at-risk kids . Comment: Parents are key to combating negative media : Engage with your children .