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The information
below aims to help parents of teens 15 to 18 years of age. This security
setting should have almost no limitations on content, Web sites or activities.
Teens are more savvy about their Internet experience, however, they still
need parents to define appropriate safety guidelines. Parents should be
available to help their teens understand inappropriate messages and avoid
unsafe situations. Teens may still need a reminder regarding what personal
information should not be given over the Internet.
The links below can help you understand what types of materials are appropriate
for this age group and offer steps you can take to help keep kids safe
while online.
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AAP
Resources
Keeping
Kids Safe in Cyberspace
Steps and actions parents can take to ensure their child's safety on the
Internet.
Setting
Rules for Internet Use
What information children should, and should not, make available on the
Internet.
Media
Education policy statement
Recommendations from the AAP on children's use of media, including the
Internet.
Media
Matters
Information from the AAP about media and its impact on children's health
and safety.
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Links
for Parents
Childnet
International
A non-profit organization working with others to help make the Internet
a fun and safe place for children.
Center
for Media and Child Health
Conducts and advances scientific research on the effects of media on young
minds and bodies; develops and evaluates clinical interventions; and educates
children, parents, and the public on media and their effects on the physical,
mental, and social health of all children.
Net Family News
A non-profit news service organization that has reported on all aspects of children's online safety and technology since 1997. All of its coverage is archived free in this site, which is a valuable reference tool. Subscribe to the newsletter: Net Family News.
Links for Teens
2 SMRT 4 U
Tips for avoiding online child predators. Safe social networking for teens. Free ring to remind you to IM and blog smart. Brought to you by U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
StaySafe.org
Wide range of information on computer, gaming and Internet safety. Materials
for kids, teens and parents.
WiredSafety
Learn how to stay safe online and report threats or violations of your
privacy.
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