Sexting is on the rise. The media is teaching young teens that sexting is just a normal part of a relationship.
Most teens don't realize that sexting has devastating and life-long consequences. Teens who take, send, or forward sexting images can lead to:
BULLYING, BLACKMAIL, CHARGES OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY, AND
DEPENDING ON WHAT STATE YOU LIVE IN-REGISTER AS A SEX OFFENDER.
Once you've sent a message online, it's out of your hands. You can never truly take it back.
Many teens don't realize that sexting has serious consequences. Here are six major dangers of sexting. Be sure your teen knows them.
Learn what it is, including the signs, and how you can support and inform young people to prevent online child-on-child abuse from happening in schools and at home.
Here are seven real life cyberbullying horror stories to be aware of to protect your children.
Thorn’s Stop Sextortion campaign and PSA, seeks to increase awareness about sextortion, destigmatize the issue, and encourage individuals to reach out for help and support their friends. Learn more at www.stopsextortion.com. .
CYBERBULLYING IS MORE COMMON THAN YOU THINK, AND FOR MANY TEENS IT POSES A VERY REAL THREAT.
A child can be bullied, bully others, or witness bullying.
Parents, teachers, and other adults may not be aware of all the digital media and apps that a child is using. The more digital platforms that a child uses, the more opportunities there are for being exposed to potential cyberbullying.
What is cyberbullying and how can you spot it? This video explains whether certain online behavior is or isn't cyberbullying. You'll also learn tips about what you can do if you or someone you know is being cyberbullied.
For more information visit https://www.stopbullying.gov/.
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