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Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online.
- Things change so fast online, it’s hard to keep up with what my child is doing
- Things change so fast online, it’s hard to keep up with what my child is doing
- My child is asking for a new device and I’m not sure they’re ready for one
- I’m not sure if the content my child is watching is a good influence on them, what can I do?
- What does an influencer do and how can they affect children’s behaviour?
- My child is keen to share content and make a change online. How can I help them achieve this safely?
- How to make a report online
- Find out more about specific issues
- My child keeps asking to play a game, or download an app that I don’t know about, what can I do?
Things change so fast online, it’s hard to keep up with what my child is doing
Staying up to date with what children are doing online can feel like a challenge sometimes. However, you don’t have to be an expert in every new app or service. Simply having conversations with your children about their lives online, and what to do if they need help or something goes wrong, is what’s most important. Here are a few simple steps you can take to help bridge the gap.
Talk little and often
Having a regular open dialogue with your children about their favourite apps, the games they enjoy, and their online friends, will help create an environment where chatting about online experiences becomes a normal part of family life.
Stay proactive
As a result of discussions with your children about their online activities, take time to research the apps they’re using, the accounts or channels they’re following, and the games they’re playing, to get a better idea of what they’re experiencing and what your thoughts are towards it.
Seek support
Knowing where to get help is essential. Each app or platform will have its own safety guidelines and reporting features, and having knowledge of how to use these will ensure you can make a report, seek help, and support your child to get the best out of the services they’re using.