Internet safety first
The teen networking site that puts Internet safety first, Yoursphere.com is a youth-only online community where kids and teens through age 18 can grow and explore their interests in a secure community.
This companion site is designed for parents, educators and anyone else who cares about Internet safety for our teens. Learn about what's happening on Yoursphere.com and in the world of Internet safety, and join the discussion with other parents.
How Youth Networking Works Online, Social Networking for Good and More
More recent news:
Why you can't build a youth movement with social media alone: http://tinyurl.com/lctsw8. Teens tend to use online social networking as an extension of real-life relationships, so youth movement must include real-life components.
Listen to teens tell their life stories in only six words: http://www.smithteens.com/. The powerful writing is a must-read for parents and teachers who want an authentic look at what impacts teen life.
Jun
15
Consider the Alternative to Sneaking a Peak at Your Teens Messages
A reader of Dr. Jenn, asked:
Dear Jenn,
I hear conflicting advice about whether I should sneak a peak at my daughters texts or Facebook wall?
Dr. Jenn suggests that we moms consider the following:
Jun
9
Stopping the Bad Guys, Who Is Watching You Online, and Opinions about Sexting
In the news this week:
The FTC has shut down an Internet service provider that it says harbored botnets, spammers and even child porn: http://tinyurl.com/p8xpe4. The story is an interesting behind-the-scenes look at how nefarious ISPs can contribute to Internet risk.
Jun
5
Security New and Old, MS Bing and Pornography, Plus Teen Texting and TV
In today's new:
Twitter and Facebook are coming to the new Xbox http://bit.ly/mRhGy This is another reason why parents must be aware of security settings on game consoles.
Jun
1
New research on online predator arrests, risks for teen girls, risky search terms
In today's news:
Trends in arrests of "online predators" from the Crimes Against Children Research Center http://www.unh.edu/ccrc/pdf... (PDF link). The study shows how many arrests involved teens compared to undercover agents, which is very interesting.
From Silicon Valley Moms: A Cry for Justice for Megan Meier. The judge is considering throwing out the jury verdict. http://www.svmoms.com/2009/...
May
27
The My Strip Generation? What Parents Need To Know And What They Can Do
Yoursphere.com was recently referred to by Reader's Digest as "Wanted: Peace of Mind" in the article, "Parent Alert: Teens and Porn". The article focused on how porn has gone interactive and our children are at risk.
May
22
