Internet Safety Summary For most kids and teens, technology is an important part of their lives. They browse the Web for information, use social networking sites, text, and chat. But there can also be dangers, and it is important for parents to monitor their children’s use and teach them how to be safe online: Never give out personal information, such as your full name, address, phone number, or school name Tell an adult if any communication (chat, text, e-mail message) makes you feel threatened or uncomfortable Never send sexually explicit photographs or messages On social networking sites, use privacy controls and only friend people that you know Of course, some of this advice is good for adults, too. Resources Chat, E-Mail, Web, and Chat Room Slang and Acronyms American Academy of Pediatrics Cyberbullying Health Resources and Services Administration Cyberbullying National Crime Prevention Council Friend Finder (Game) Federal Trade Commission Net Cetera: Chatting with Kids about Being Online Federal Trade Commission Sexting: What Parents Need to Know Nemours Foundation Talking to Kids and Teens About Social Media and Sexting American Academy of Pediatrics Teaching Kids to Be Smart About Social Media Nemours Foundation Understanding Mobile Apps Federal Trade Commission Journal Articles Internet Safety Latest News The Teen Brain Likes Social Media ‘Likes’ HealthDay
