Key Takeaways from the session
- Technology which is supposed to bring people together is instead being used to abuse others and peers are being pushed out of their social network into a world that is filled with loneliness, embarrassment, fear or shame.
- Parents need to build strong connections with their kids so that in case kids encounter anything online that makes them feel uncomfortable, or if they receive any messages or view content that is harassing or upsetting, it is important to talk to an adult.
- Parents need to always be ready to listen to their teen and be their advocate
- Education is the only true solution.