It a great difference between what we think and what our child are doing online, especially on these so popular social networks like Facebook and MySpace.
A recent study conduct by Common Sense Media, who is a non profit organization that keeps track of children’s online activity, revealed some unbelievable statistics. They surveyed both parents and children and it seems that parents are missing important aspects when it comes about their children’s online activity.
- 49 percent of parents said their child was 13 or older before starting to use the Internet unsupervised. Just 14 percent of teenagers said they were that old.
- 23 percent of parents said their children log onto social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace more than once a day. But 51 percent of teenagers said they check in more than once a day.
- Just 4 percent of parents think their children check social networking sites more than 10 times a day; 22 percent of teenagers said they’re online that often or more.
- When it comes to “sexting,” or posting explicit photos, 2 percent of parents believe their child had posted naked or near-naked photos or videos of themselves or others. But 13 percent of teens admitted they had done that. (Source)
Sexting is only one worry. These children are too innocent to understand who their habits will affect their lives later. And if they are not aware, it’s your duty as a parent to straight things up. Teach your child what a healthy life online means.
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I feel like you do on this subject. There is plenty of good stuff out there to pile on our computers to make it safe but it is hard to stay ahead of the bad stuff. I’ve actually put some keystrokers on my computer that were supposed to protect my family. So your words are appreciated, but the picture is what caught my eye. It was perfect for the post.