AI, Mental Health, and the Need for Real Connection | Dr. Melanie Wilson | Ep. 004

In a world of rapidly changing technology, our kids still need what AI can never replace: real connection. Nancy Manos and Dr. Melanie Wilson, a Christian psychologist turned homeschool mom of six, discuss social skills, mental health, and AI. You’ll learn warning signs to watch for, what kids may really be seeking when they turn to AI for connection, and how to guide them with compassion and discernment. Melanie also shares creative, low-stakes ways homeschool families can explore AI together with confidence.   SHOW NOTES https://nancymanos.com/podcast/004-melanie-wilson GET YOUR FREE FAMILY DISCUSSION GUIDE AI is everywhere, and your family deserves a thoughtful, grounded way to talk about it. This free 16-page discussion guide includes reflection questions for parents and teens, family discussion questions, real-life scenarios, and worksheets to help you navigate it all together. https://nancymanos.com/podcast CONNECT WITH NANCY WEBSITE: nancymanos.com YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@nancymanos FACEBOOK: facebook.com/mrsnancymanos INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mrsnancymanos   ABOUT MY GUEST Dr. Melanie Wilson is a Christian psychologist turned homeschooling mother of six. All six have graduated and attended college. She credits God and her husband of 30+ years for the time to write, speak, and homeschool, too. While she doesn’t practice anymore, she does share sanity-saving ideas on her podcast, The Homeschool Sanity Show. Melanie is the author of multiple story-based curricula--Grammar Galaxy, Fast Grammar, Training Aliens, and Reel Life. Melanie is passionate about encouraging mothers in their homeschooling, family life, and faith. In her free time, she enjoys scrapbooking, tennis, and reading. https://homeschoolsanity.com https://funtolearnbooks.com FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/homeschoolsanity INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/homeschoolsanity  YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/melaniewilson