Why Parents Can’t Be Dumb About Social Media
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By Wendy Rice, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist
Today many in the Tampa Bay area will be remembering Rebecca Sedwick through vigils, classroom and home discussions, and of course, news reports on teens and bullying. One year ago today, Rebecca committed suicide after reportedly being bullied both on and offline for more than a year.
These stories seem to be far too common these days and I am often asked how parents can help prevent bullying, especially online.
Walking the fine line of respecting your child’s online privacy while looking out for their well-being is a challenge that our parents didn’t exactly have.
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