Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends

The Price of Protection: Snooping vs Spying: Where Should Parents Draw the Line?

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Dec 18, 2024
In this discussion, Angie Corvaglia, creator of Data Girl and Friends, and Andy Briercliffe, an international cyber safety expert, dive into the fine line between protecting children online and ensuring their privacy. They share insightful strategies for parents balancing oversight and trust. Angie emphasizes the need for open conversations about digital behavior, while Andy discusses crucial parental controls. The duo inspires parents to empower their kids in navigating digital spaces safely, fostering supportive environments for healthy online interactions.
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ADVICE

Age-Based Approach

  • Consider children's ages when setting online safety boundaries.
  • Teenagers require different approaches than younger children due to their desire for independence.
ANECDOTE

Daughter's Online Safety Incident

  • Andy Briercliffe's daughter was approached inappropriately online.
  • She told him, and he addressed the situation calmly, maintaining trust.
ADVICE

Responding to Online Issues

  • Reassure your child that they did the right thing by coming to you.
  • Explain the potential risks of the situation.
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