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How schools tackle sexual image-sharing among pupils: Insights from a teacher
Dr. Tamasine Preece shares her experience of sexual image-sharing among pupils in schools.
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Does banning smartphones in schools improve children’s development?
See expert insight into banning smartphones in schools, including the impacts on children’s development, learning and wellbeing.
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What steps can I take if my child has sent a nude?
If your child has sent a nude, what steps should you take and what support can you expect from local agencies? Our experts provide insight on this and more about the law, sexting and tips to manage the situation.
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How teachers tackle online child-on-child abuse in schools
Expert and teacher Dr Tamasine Preece discusses the struggles teachers face when it comes to online child-on-child abuse.
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Promoting gender equality online with children and young people
Gender equality online can be challenging. Learn how to discuss it with your child and support their understanding.
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Supporting the positive treatment of teachers online
Experts explain how teachers are targeted in online spaces.
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How can I help my child manage their friendships online safely?
Whether it’s adding to their streak on Snapchat or catching up with friends on Facetime, social media has changed the way children interact and share online. To support children our experts provide simple tips to help.
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How to talk about wellbeing and tech with children
Internet Matters experts give practical advice and tips on children and young people’s wellbeing and how, if it does, is affected by technology.
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How can I help my child discover their online identity while staying safe?
For young people discovering their online identity can be a challenging. See tips on how to support them from experts.
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My child has been negatively affected by something they’ve seen online- what do I do?
If your child has been negatively affected by something they’ve seen or done online, our expert panellists offer step by step advice.
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My child wants to be a vlogger, is it safe?
Is your child longing to join the wave of young teens and pre-teens vlogging about their lives and favourite pastimes?
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Digital self-harm – is it a cry for help?
Get advice and insight about digital self-harm and how you can support children who may show signs of mental health issues.
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How can I help my child take up a new digital ‘green cross code’ to be safe online?
Get expert tips to understand how you can help your child use the new cyberbullying code of conduct – Stop, Speak, Support – to make smart choices online.
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How to encourage teens to make safe choices about relationships
Get expert advice on helping teens foster healthy relationships.
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How can I manage the step change in my child’s digital life as they start secondary school?
From learning how to interact with others online to opening social accounts our experts provide insight to support children through this transition online.
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How can parents create an open environment for children to talk?
Getting children to open up about their lives on and offline can be challenging as they grow up. To help our experts offer advice to help you do just that.
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What can I do if I suspect my child is sexting?
If you’re worried your child might be sexting or you simply want to know how to protect them, here is some expert advice to help them tackle the issue.