Online Safety for Kids and Teens

by Ana (Jovanovic) Sokolovic, M.S. Clinical Psychology

The Internet is a lot like the Cave of Wonders, filled with both treasures and danger. If you know how to walk through it, you will get access to unmeasurable knowledge and connection, but if you approach it without caution, it can turn into a nightmare.

For this reason, it is every parent’s responsibility to train kids on internet safety from an early age.

While it may seem like the easiest option is to teach kids to stay away from it, this option is counterproductive. The unknown awakes curiosity which can be dangerous if not guided. Kids have internet access everywhere they go, so the best option is to teach them how to use this powerful tool safely.

Read the complete article:  20 Tips to Keep Your Child Safe Online for Kids and Teens