Sexting

Sexting is on the rise and can lead to tragic consequences. Find out if you know enough about the issue using our guide.

What Is Sexting?

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Sexting is when someone sends a sexually explicit image or message to another person. Traditionally, people used SMS to send explicit text-based messages, but with the recent boom in social media use and image-based platforms such as Snapchat and Instagram, sexting is now more commonly associated with social media use.

Advice for Parents

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It is natural to want to protect your child from the potential problems associated with sexting. You can work on helping them understand how to avoid sexting-related issues such as blackmail and revenge porn without them feeling like you don't understand.

Open Communication

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It is crucial to encourage open and trusting dialogue with your child. This doesn't need to be a daunting task as long as you take the time to plan in advance. Consider the following tips when attempting to build meaningful communication with your child.

The Dangers of Sexting

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As sexting's popularity increases, associated problems continue to manifest themselves. It is important that anybody considering the sharing of explicit images with other people is aware of the risks associated with sexting before hitting send. Some of the potential risks associated with sexting are:

Cyberbullying and Sexting

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Although cyberbullying isn't a definite consequence of sexting, reported incidents of lives being ruined following sexting have become more common. Although sexting-related cyberbullying is more common in high school, it is not uncommon for adults to be affected.

Why Do People Sext?

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There are a number of reasons why someone might sext or want to send sexually explicit images to someone else. Some common reasons include:

Sexting Advice

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If you do choose to sext someone, make sure the recipient is someone you can trust and that you are aware of all the risks before sending anything at all. Never sext because you feel pressured, and be sure to get advice from your friends (the sensible ones).

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