Posts Tagged ‘#socialmedia’
Can Youth “Accidentally” Share Nudes on TikTok?
Have you seen the Rotoscope filter on TikTok? It’s a fun filter that makes your video a colorful cartoon silhouette of yourself. It’s a neat filter that is definitely fun for the youth. But some users on TikTok use this filter while taking their clothes off.
Read More“The Unexpected But Genius Trick That Stopped Tech Battles With Our Teen”
Growing up is an evolution for the body and mind. Growth comes from success and struggle. Learning to walk, ride a bike and eventually drive a car come at the appropriate developmental stage for our youth. Their digital development should be the same.
Read More“The Phrase ‘Look at My Sound’ Is a Sexual Hint for TikTok Users In the Know”
I believe that the misconception about TikTok is that it’s just an app where people dance and share funny or fun videos. While this is true, there is a dark underbelly of sexualized content on TikTok.
Read More“Should Parents Take Away Cell Phones? 4 Things to Consider”
When parenting your children (or students in your school), are your consequences; 1-relevant (to the infraction), 2-realistic (“you’re grounded until you’re 30!), 3- respectful (treat them like you would like to be treated in the same situation)
Read MoreA Fresh Look To Celebrate 10 Years of Trainings
Celebrating 10 years of trainings!
Read MoreStatement on the “Momo Challenge”
Over the past two days, news stories of the “Momo Challenge” have been rapidly spreading through the media. This has led to much misinformation, unclear understanding and concerned parents, professionals and teachers as well as frightened children.
Read MoreRevenge (non-consensual) Porn
Revenge porn is a type of cyberbullying that is on the rise. Also known as non-consensual porn, this occurs when photos of an intimate nature are distributed without the subject’s consent.
Read MoreBullies & Suicide
You may have heard of the tragic story of an 11 year old boy completing suicide after bad Facebook hoax was played upon him. My heart and condolences go to both of these families. As adults, we need to teach kids to tell us when they see someone posting about suicide, self-harm or eating disorders on any social media or texting platform.
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