WHAT'S IN THE BOOK?
This book is about much more than naked photos of your children showing up online. Are Your Kids Naked Online breaks down the facts from fiction and is supported by academic research focused on technology. Showing the real issues in an objective balanced way without down playing the real dangers and consequences but also without fear mongering.
of teens clear their browser history regularly
Use Snapchat for provocative photos, party locations & other messages they want viewed then deleted
of teens have hidden their online activity from their parents
Leading cause of death in teenagers is suicide, which coincides with their 24/7/365 social media use
CHAPTER CONTENTS
Chapters include real life stories, research, helpful conversation starters, as well as tips and suggestions on what you can do from a technology perspective.
How the digital landscape that makes up kids’ lives today is significantly different from how we grew up.
While every generation has always had their own “language” the digital language of kids today is often confusing, with new terminology frequently popping up.
Are your kids accessing pornography or other sites on their school issued devices? What are the consequences if they do? What is being done with the data collected about your child? Questions to ask, things to look for and ways to protect your children while using school devices.
An in depth look at the pros and cons of kids with smartphones. Ways to set boundaries and protect your kids. Things to consider before getting a phone for a young child.
Are your kids leading a secret life on their phone? Are they having hidden conversations with a potential predator, hiding nude “selfies” of themselves or others or planning hook-ups? What to look for and precautions to take.
Sending or receiving nude or inappropriate photos can get your child charged with a felony. But there are other real dangers and consequences that are far more likely to happen. How you can protect your child from the dangers.
Did you know 50% of images shared on pedophile sites are stolen from social media sites – those photos you are sharing? Do you realize that things you post will be there forever and will impact your child’s future? A thought provoking chapter on “social media” parenting in today’s digital age.
Social media is not going away. An honest look at the three choices all parents must make as well as protections to have in place.
Todays predators aren’t driving around the neighborhood in an old beat up van – they are sitting behind a keyboard and a monitor, watching, waiting and chatting. If your children have social media accounts or play online games, this chapter provides a look at what behavior predators look for.
Online gaming is a $108.4 BILLION a year industry and growing. While games themselves are a natural part of childhood, parents should also be aware of their darker side. This chapter covers the top three dangers with online gaming, whether using a console, Virtual Reality glasses, or the internet direct.
Fast becoming an epidemic, with teenage suicide the second leading cause of death, bullying is serious. In fact, if a child commits suicide and your child was the bully, they can be charged with manslaughter! Includes helpful tips and suggestion on digital etiquette.
Fact from fiction, what kids are REALLY doing on the dark web and why you as a parent should pay attention.
A look at the “wizards” behind the curtain reveals why they limit or ban the technology they have created in their homes and why their children are attending device free schools. Includes suggestions to help balance out your kids in their digital world.
A final note from tech experts that are also parents of 4 teenagers.