Sexting or "sex texting" is sending or getting sexually explicit or suggestive images, messages, or video on a smartphone or through the Internet. Most teens have various ways to get online, Smartphones, tablets, and laptops all can be used in private. It's very easy for teens to create and share personal photos and videos of themselves without their parents knowing about it. Girls may sext as a joke, as a way of getting attention, or because of peer pressure or pressure from guys. Guys sometimes blame "pressure from friends. And teens get some backup for that when lewd celebrity pictures and videos go mainstream. Instead of ruined careers or humiliation, the consequences are often greater fame and reality TV shows. Teens should understand that messages, pictures, or videos sent via the Internet or smartphones are never truly private or anonymous. In seconds they can be out there for all the world to see.
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Pre-teen and teenage friendships: why they’re important
But what happens when those influencers present polished, believable posts about things that veer perilously close to toxic wellness? Or fully embrace dangerous behavior altogether? Preventing teens from using social media can seem like an impossible ask. A more realistic approach may be nudging them toward healthier consumption. Get started with this list of Instagram accounts that focus on acceptance and positivity. She calls herself radical and relatable and is all about body positivity. The Girls Night in Club is a feel-good account with ideas for how to spend your downtime. From tips for building art into everyday life to becoming a thoughtful gifter, crafting ideas and a whole lot more, this joy-filled follow will give you and your kids all the cozies. Which makes us want to cheer her on even more. She models beautiful, plus-size clothing and posts lots of photos of her new dog, Bamba.
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Positive friendships are an important part of the journey to adulthood. Teenagers might be focused on their friends, but they still need your help and support to build and maintain positive and supportive friendships. Good parent-child relationships tend to lead to children having positive relationships with peers. So being warm and supportive, staying connected and actively listening to your child can help them develop friendship skills. Being a good role model is important too. Parents who are keen to spend time with their own friends are more likely to have children with healthy friendships.
From first kisses to ghosting, dating can be a minefield for young people. Teen relationships often start online, so how do you progress to a real-world date? The first step is to make your chat more meaningful, says Charlene Douglas, an intimacy coach and sexual health educator. Rather than just talking about celebs, or who said what at school, bring those situations back to what you have in common. Her co-presenter, Raj Pander, suggests watching something at the same time on Netflix. Butterflies in your stomach? Heart racing? When do you change your status or update your profile pic to a cute couple selfie? Just over half of to year-olds worry often about how they look, but try shifting your focus. When we look at someone, we see them as a whole package.
