Tips to Help Stop Cyberbullying

Tips to Help Stop Cyberbullying

Guidance for parents and young people on cyberbullying, including advice for ending (or preventing) the cycle of aggression. For a more comprehensive look, see A Parents’ Guide to Cyberbullying.  For kids and teens Know that it’s not your fault. What...
Quick-Guide to Secure Passwords

Quick-Guide to Secure Passwords

A strong password is your first line of defense against intruders and imposters. Scroll down for a video based on these tips. Download Quick Guide (PDF) Is it OK to share passwords? Generally, we recommend never giving out your password to anyone. That said, there may...
Tips for Dealing with Teen Sexting

Tips for Dealing with Teen Sexting

Also see: Teen Sexting: Quick-Guide for Parents and Teens “Sexting” usually refers to the sharing of sexually explicit images via mobile phones, but it can happen on other devices, too. First of all, research shows most teens don’t share sexually explicit images. And...
Advice on Sexting, Sextortion and Revenge Porn

Advice on Sexting, Sextortion and Revenge Porn

The safest way to avoid a picture getting into the wrong hands is to never take it, allow it to be taken, or share it. Sadly, there are cases (sometimes called “revenge porn”) where someone shares pictures meant only for them — sometimes after a breakup. Never take...

Tips for Smart Cellphone Use

Some 95% of Americans own cellphones of some kind, according to Pew Research Center – among 18- to 29-year-olds, the number is a whopping 100%. But no matter your age, there are some basic ideas for keeping mobile phone use safe and constructive: Share with...