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Page 1: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

Social networking and Social networking and youthyouth12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

Page 2: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

What is Social What is Social Networking?Networking?Social networking is a term used to

describe a way to communicate with others through networked websites, chatrooms, and cell phone texting.

These sites include www.facebook.com, www.twitter.com, www.myspace.com, www.meetup.com, and many more!

Page 3: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

Popularity of Social Popularity of Social NetworkingNetworkingOver the past few years, social

networking has become a popular means of communication for youth.

Most networking sites are free and easy to access making them popular among youth.

Page 4: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

What Parents Should What Parents Should KnowKnowSocial networking can have a

powerful influence on youth.Cyberbullying is a recent term

coined to describe hurtful remarks made about an individual through a networking site causing emotional damage.

Sometimes objectionable content can be found on social networking sites.

Page 5: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

What Parents Should What Parents Should KnowKnowPrivacy is normally not

considered. Personal information can be obtained by potential predators.

Page 6: Social networking and youth 12 May 2011 – A Prevention Strategy

How Can Parents HelpHow Can Parents HelpThere are several safety available online.

Here is a quick summary of some safety habits for parents and youth.

Monitor use of social networking sites. Periodically review accounts for privacy

information.Create your own networking account and

befriend your children.Restrict stranger’s access to your child’s

account by using “friend only” security measures which limits access to their account to only whom they have befriended.

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How Children Can HelpHow Children Can HelpNever talk to someone you don’t

know.Be careful what you post about

others. Be respectful.Tell your parents if you see

something questionable like a comment written by someone else or content that is inappropriate.

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ResourcesResourcesSocial Networking tips:

http://www.safefamilies.org/socialnetworking.php

Texting and Sexting: http://csconsultingcorp.com/pdf/Training--blackfoot.pdf

http://www.childluresprevention.com/pdf/Sexting-Parents.pdf