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Internet Safety For Teenagers
The internet can be a convenient and fun way for people to keep in touch with family and friends. With email, instant messenger and sites like My Space, you have the ability to keep in touch with friends and meet new people very quickly. When chatting on the computer, many people find it to be much easier to let their guard down on what they say and share with people, versus if they were talking face to face with someone. We must be aware that as your kids are online chatting, there are predators surfing the internet trying to lure them into conversation, and some may even try to meet up with them.
Below are some things that you should discuss with your kids about internet safety.
Please send this to everyone you know, so we can all do our part in keeping kids safe.
- People that you meet on the internet are strangers. Just as you wouldn't give your home address, phone number, location of school, or any other information to a stranger; you shouldn't post your personal information on the internet.
- Protect your privacy and your friends privacy. Get their "ok" before posting something about them, or their photo.
- Remember that there is really nothing private about the internet. You may think it is..... but it is not. If people want to find the information, they will. Think before you start writing.
- Would you feel comfortable attaching your "My Space" account or chat logs onto your college or job application? If the answer is no, don't post it!
- Remember that people online may not be who they say they are. For example, a teenage girl who thinks she is chatting with a 13 year old boy, might actually be talking with a much older man.
- Don't write to people that make you feel uncomfortable or scared. If you have gotten into an online chatting relationship that has gone too far, talk to your parents about it. Let them help you fix the situation.
- Don't put your schedule online. This information can get into the wrong hands and that person may want to do harm to you.
- Don't allow the internet to be your main source of activity. Get out with your friends. Get yourself involved in sports or other after school activities.
- Parents: Have a good open relationship with your kids. Get involved with what they are doing. Let them feel comfortable that they can come to you with any problems that they might be experiencing, so you can help them get out of a potentially dangerous situation.
"Love your life and live it to the fullest. Just do it with YOUR EYES WIDE OPEN. Know that I am keeping my eye out for you!" - Cynthia
Cynthia Bazin is a licensed Private Investigator for the State of Nevada and is the owner of The Bazin Group, LLC. Please contact Cynthia for all of your Investigation and Security needs. She will ensure that your business is protected; that you are taking the proactive measures to reduce risk and liability within your organization.
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