PARENT JOURNEY
I'm worried about online risks
A guide to understanding the risks, spotting the warning signs and knowing how to talk to your child about them without panicking.
Cyberbullying, shocking content, identity theft, scams, unsolicited approaches. Many parents feel that risks exist, without always knowing which ones are most likely, how to identify them, or how to react. This course was designed to help them understand, prevent, and act with simple guidelines.
COURSE SUMMARY
In this course, you will find
Guidelines for identifying major online risks.
Specific signs to look out for in your child.
Tips for discussing risks without over-dramatising the situation.
Useful first steps to take if a problem arises.
Awareness-raising resources from Advens for People and Planet.
Practical resources to help you better protect your child.
The basics you need to teach your child about privacy and passwords.
Simple steps to turn concern into action.
Online risks do not form a single entity
Risks among children and teenagers
Risks associated with content
Risks associated with strangers
Privacy risks
Risks associated with hyperconnectivity
Eight risks to know about
Not all of them occur with the same intensity, but they are worth knowing about.
Cyberstalking
Mockery, exclusion, repeated pressure via messaging apps.
Shocking content
Inappropriate images or videos received or viewed.
Groups that get out of control
Classroom or group discussions that turn into conflict.
Misinformation
Manipulation, rumors, false content.
Phishing and scams
Fraudulent links, misleading messages, requests for money.
Identity theft
Non-consensual sharing of photos, fake accounts, identity theft.
Weak Passwords
Simple, reused, exposed passwords.
Overexposure of private life
Personal data unnecessarily shared online.
parents consider that the use of the Internet and social networks by children presents a real risk.
OpinionWay survey for The Phone – Sample of 1,004 parents of children aged 6 to 14
Warning signs
A risk is not always visibly apparent
Nevertheless, some subtle signs in your child may draw your attention. Here they are:
More secretive with his phone
Nervousness after certain messages
Loss of motivation to go to class
Disturbed sleep
Quick screen deletions
Fear of missing a trade
Unusual decline
Notification-related agitation
Talking about risks without giving in to constant fear
parents are in favor of banning access to social media for children under 15.
OpinionWay survey for The Phone – Sample of 1,004 parents of children aged 6 to 14
Spot, Say, Do
Observe the signals
- Behavioral Changes
- Sudden isolation
- Refusal to go to class
To open the floor
- Listen without minimizing
- Reassure without trivializing
- Do not respond emotionally
Take concrete action
- Retaining Evidence
- Report to platforms
- Contact school and support services
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1Do not respond to provocationsResponding can exacerbate the situation and give the aggressor satisfaction.
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2Take screenshotsKeep all evidence: messages, photos, comments with dates and times.
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3Block and reportUse the blocking and reporting tools on each platform concerned.
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4Talk to a trusted adultParents, teachers, and CPEs: don't face this situation alone.
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5Contact support facilities3018 (national helpline), e-Enfance, and specialized organizations are available to assist you.
Key takeaways
To learn more
Additional content to explore each topic at your own pace.
Move from worry to action
Understanding online risks doesn't mean living in fear, but knowing what to look for, what to say, and what to do. Reconnected Family has been designed to help you protect your child with method, calm, and clarity.
You are not alone. You don't need to be an expert. There is no single answer.
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