Would you let your son hang out with strangers late at night on his own?
Of course not - but the internet presents many threats that lurk in the shadows.
You may be worried about these dangers to your child:
- Accessing pornographic web sites
- Encountering online predators in chat rooms or social networks
- See disturbing images or videos on web sites
- Visiting sites that feature violence or racism
- Spending too long on their computer and not going out
- Going online at night - when you're asleep - making them tired the next day and affecting schoolwork
- Being tempted by gambling web sites
- Using your credit card without permission to shop online
- Getting bullied or threatened in messages or on web sites
- Using their webcam when strangers are watching
- Online relationships with much younger or older people
- Giving away personal details that may affect you and your family
- Visiting web sites that glorify suicide or self-harm
- Downloading movies, games or music illegally
- Buying and selling on auction sites without permission
Sometimes, these issues can also be a threat for boys this age:
- Visiting web sites that encourage eating disorders and the use of steroids for muscle gain
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