- A New Direction for Internet Safety
By Larry Magid - Thu Nov 12, 2009 3:02pm PST
This meeting was a big change from just a couple of years ago, when Internet safety gatherings typically focused on ways adults could put up walls to protect children against predators, pornography and other dangers.... Read More»
- Getting the Scoop on Kids' Online Safety
- By Larry Magid - Wed Oct 28, 2009 5:56pm PDT
My favorite comment came from a middle schooler who said “The only person who can protect you on the Internet is you.” He's right.... Read More»
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- Predator Panic Increases Risk
- By Larry Magid - Tue Feb 10, 2009 12:37pm PST
I've been an Internet safety advocate since 1993 and right now I'm discouraged and angry about what's going on in this field. I'm angry because people who ought to know better are trying to mislead the public with false information about online risks whic... Read More»
- Will My Children Meet Predators Online?
Everyone wants to know how many predators are online and how likely it is that their kids will be victimized. People who aren't online think that the problem is bigger than it really is, and many experienced Internet users usually think it is smaller than... Read More»
- Profile of an Online Predator
Cyberpredators, just like their offline counterparts, usually aren't the scary, hairy monsters in trench coats we imagine standing on a dark street corner.... Read More»
- Profile of a Potential Victim
Go over each of these questions yourself. Then talk to your child. Does your child fit the profile of a typical Internet-related sexual victim?... Read More»
- Is Your Child at Risk? A Parent's Guide
Many parents want to know the early warning signs of a preteen or young teens becoming engaged in a cybersexual relationship or their being groomed by an Internet sexual predator.... Read More»
- Predators Rarely Deceive Victims
- By Larry Magid - Tue Jul 1, 2008 3:30pm PDT
Research show that most adults who attempt to engage in a physical relationship with a minor do not grossly exaggerate their age.... Read More»
- Who Do I Contact to Report an Internet Sexual Predator?
Report any attempts to lure your child into a face-to-face meeting to your local law-enforcement officials immediately.... Read More»
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A predator's goal is to lure and manipulate a child into believing they care for your child more than his or her parents or family.... Read More»
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