Adolescence
What to Do If Your Child Runs Into Trouble Online
Are the parent of a child or teenager who uses the interenet? As much as we would all like to believe that are children are safe when using the internet, there are certain situations that may, unfortunately, arise. It is important to remember that most children use the internet to communicate with their friends or to make new friends, not just to do research for school projects. If your child finds themselves in trouble online and comes ... Read More »
Rules to Set for Online Message Boards and Chat Rooms
Rules to Set for Online Message Boards and Chat Rooms
Internet Safety for Kids: Rules to Set for Online Message Boards and Chat Rooms
Is your child or teenager interested in meeting new people online? At this age, they arent very likely to meet the person in real life, but communicate through way of the internet instead. As nice as this sounds, it is important to remember that it can still be dangerous. Just because your child is ... Read More »
Parents: What You Need to Know About Social Networking Websites
Are you the parent of a teenager? If you are, there is a good chance that your child is interested in using social networking websites, like MySpace, if they dont already. Although these websites are a nice way to stay in contact with friends, especially those who may have moved away, they can also be dangerous. That is why, as a parent, you should learn as much as you can about popular social networking websites.
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Internet Safety for Kids: Online Chat Rooms versus Online Message Boards
Are you the parent of a teenager or a child who would like to use the internet to meet and communicate with others who share similar interests? If so, your child may be interested in using an online chat room. Although online chat rooms are a nice and easy way to talk, it is important to remember that not all online chat rooms are safe. That is why many parents often opt for message boards instead, but ... Read More »