Sarah M. Coyne Ph.D.

About

Sarah M. Coyne, Ph.D., is a professor of human development in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University. She received her BSc degree in Psychology from Utah State University, and her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire in Preston, England.

Her research interests involve media, aggression, gender, and child development. Dr. Coyne has over 100 publications on these and other topics. She regularly speaks to families and teenagers about using media in positive ways. She has five children and lives in Utah.

Recent Posts

Disney, Superheroes, and Stereotypes

Kids love princesses and superheroes but what messages are they learning from story characters? Challenging old stereotypes may help kids see their differences more positively.

Teen Tech Time: A New Approach to Dinner Etiquette

Have you ever wondered how to make smartphones at mealtimes less of a battle with your teen? Here are three ways to improve dinnertime habits and strengthen your relationships.

Navigating Nuances in Childhood Media Use

Is all screen time bad? Confused by information circulating about your child’s screen time? The context and circumstances are more important than you might think.

Healthy Media Habits in Kids Start With a Good Relationship

Worried about technology use in your young children? Helping your kids develop good habits around media might be more about your relationship with your child than media rules.

How Does Music Relate to Teen Sexting?

Recent research ties sexually explicit music and teenage sexing. How can you use music as a bridge to have healthy conversations about sex with your teen?

Parenting in a World of Technology

Worried about your kids and tech? Here are a few tips to help out.

'Fitspo' Is Not Your Friend

Does fitness inspiration leave you feeling hopeless? Here's what research has to say.

The Unintended Consequences of Banning Social Media

Why banning social media won't solve adolescents' problems.

Media Rules and Problematic Media Use

Media use is becoming an increasingly normal part of childhood, but many parents are unsure how to best structure their children's media use to prevent media dependence.

Child Meltdowns and Media

Should I give my toddler my phone when they are freaking out? Research suggests this might backfire on you.