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Sexting and Online Relationships
Sexting and online relationships are understandably a core concern for parents about letting their children spend time online. By understanding these issues, you can support your child in navigating the digital world safely.
What is Sexting?
- Sexting involves exchanging or sharing explicit images or messages of a sexual nature.
- It can occur between romantic partners, someone you like, or even in the form of sharing photos with friends without permission.
- Research by Plymouth University has shown that a significant percentage of 14-16 year-olds have engaged in sexting.
- Shockingly, a considerable number of young people do not perceive anything wrong with sending or receiving explicit images.
Potential Concerns
- Mistakes made during teenage years can now be recorded and shared instantly through social media.
- After a relationship ends, ex-partners sometimes use explicit images as a means of revenge.
- It is essential to be aware that taking, holding, or sharing indecent images of a minor can be illegal.
- As a parent, if such images are stored on a family computer, you may also face legal implications.
- Sharing these images can put young people at risk of exploitation by sex offenders who may use them for blackmail.
What Can You Do?
- Initiate open conversations with your children about the permanence and potential consequences of sharing explicit images online.
- Encourage them to think before posting anything online, reminding them that once it's out there, it's difficult to control its distribution.
- Teach your child about respecting others' privacy and the importance of not sharing explicit images of others.
- Remember that it's normal for teenagers to make unwise decisions and have lapses in judgment.
- Emphasise the importance of being cautious and responsible while engaging in any online relationships.
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