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Protecting children from seeing harmful content online |
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Protecting children from seeing harmful content online
All parents want to keep their children safe and to do this it is important to aware of the risks posed by the internet. Going online is part of life now for children and young people which could mean that they are exposed to violent, distressing and harmful content. False information can also be used to influence and radicalise young people. The following advice can help protect children when they are online: Set up parental controls that allow you to block and filter upsetting or inappropriate content. Look for content or age settings on apps to help limit certain types of content. If they see any harmful or distressing online content, report it. Talk to them about what they are seeing online and how it may not be true. Encourage them to spot false information and question things that they are reading or being told online. Warning SignsThere can be indications that your child or someone you know might be becoming fascinated with violent content or being influenced by a group. It can be difficult to spot some of these signs in children and younger people. This is because they are often associated with ‘typical teenage behaviour’ which is why it is important to consider the intensity of the behaviour rather than one sign. Warning signs include: Isolating themselves from friends and family Interest, possession or promotion of extreme themes or materials. Self-harming. Unexplained money or gifts. They are becoming increasingly angry about issues or events they feel are unfair or unjust. Being secretive about who they are talking to online and using of encrypted communications platforms, such as Discord and Telegram. This behaviour may lead to them harming themselves or others. If you are worried about family member or friend, you need to protect them and seek help.
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