Child safety topics

How to react to trolling and cyberbullying on social media

Hurtful comments and unnecessary slurs, trolling and cyberbullying have been a real issue for many years. They appear in many unsettling forms, but are mostly linked to social media. Most of the social networks are trying to fight this problem. For example, TikTok, the most popular platform among teenagers, commented strongly on the topic and tried to find new ways to stop cyberbullies. And there are also many things parents can do to prevent cyberbullying – but first, let’s dive a bit deeper into the topic.

Hey PUG! – Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is not always obvious. PUG teaches Finn how to recognize it and how to help Miki.

Teenage cybercrime: How to prevent your child from becoming a cybercriminal

Is your child a hacker? It’s never too late to prevent the young ones from being dragged to the dark side and to ensure their skills are a force for good

Is your child being cyberbullied? These are the red flags

Is your child moody or do they pretend to be sick just to avoid school? Puberty, exams or laziness are not the only reasons that might be behind such behaviour. Cyberbullying (harassment that takes place in the digital space), can be another cause with possibly far-reaching real-life consequences. Unfortunately, not every parent can distinguish common teenage issues from the red flags raised by cyberbullying.

Hey PUG! – FOMO

Miki is constantly on social media, watching online celebrities' “wonderful” lives. She is afraid of missing out on a more exciting life. Finn knows she’s great and wants to help her realize that.

Coercion, trolling, and abuse. Keep your children safe when they’re meeting people online

Children and teenagers spend hours interacting with others on the internet. But social media and online gaming also give opportunities to those who want to harm your child. The fact that such platforms allow anyone to access large online communities more or less anonymously attracts bullies, trolls, and sexual predators. If you want to do something for your child’s protection, you should acknowledge the risks and learn more about these groups, their motivations, and methods.

Put your phone down. Or do you feel FOMO?

Fear of missing out (FOMO) is most frequently described as social anxiety stemming from the belief that others can be having fun while the person experiencing anxiety is not present. But its symptoms are more varied and apply both to children and adults.

Don’t be afraid to step into STEM on International Day of Women and Girls in Science

To support more girls and women participating in science and to achieve gender parity in the scientific community, and empower women and girls to pursue a career in science, the United Nations General Assembly declared the 11th of February as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The day has been globally recognized since 2015.

Friendly to scary: The progression of online predatory behaviour

For children nowadays, the internet is a place where they can relax, play games, educate themselves and meet new friends. Unfortunately, the online space can also become a zone of danger when seemingly friendly individuals target children with malicious intent – online predators are a real threat. How do you recognize when the person behind the other screen wants to harm your child?

Hey PUG! – Strangers

Alex learns not to trust strangers online the hard way. PUG, Finn and Miki help him understand what to do next.

How to protect your kids from online predators

The Internet is a vast source of information for all of us, and naturally some people use that information for good, and some for ill, like “grooming” and stalking children. What can you as a parent, teacher, or other concerned adult do to protect kids against online predators and solicitation?

ANIMALIA – Fake profiles & Online predators

What can you do to help your children avoid the pitfalls of downloading?

On the surface, the internet seems to offer anything and everything you might need – on demand and free. Children and teens especially enjoy the benefits of being able to download any song, film, book, computer program or app they want. However, even the internet has its limitations.

ANIMALIA – Illegal downloading

Elias Between Two Worlds - Ep. 2 - Downloading

Safe downloading

Learning by playing. What skills can your children develop through video games?

Risk-taking, problem-solving, and decision-making: these are just a few of the benefits video games can have for your children. While there are unquestionable downsides, you would be surprised what skills can be enhanced on virtual playgrounds. So why are video games so often labelled as a time-wasting activity? Let’s focus on the bright side.

Both beneficial and risky. Learn to know augmented reality

Instagram filters, games like Pokemon GO or learning apps. Augmented reality (AR) is increasingly entering the fields of entertainment and education. This technology offers a number of interactive elements that develop children’s creativity and imagination, but it also has its negatives. What should you know before downloading an app for your little one?

ANIMALIA - Online gaming

Planet Dualix is full of gamers, and only a wall divides kids gamers from adults. Buggy, the rabbit, is desperate to cross the wall and play games not suitable for him. Aster is not so sure about it. Find out more about the dangers of online gaming at saferkidsonline.eset.com

Elias Between Two Worlds – Ep. 10 - Online gaming

It's Elias' 14th birthday, and he's more addicted to online gaming than ever. To what extent is he ready to go to win, and what are the consequences? Check out our final episode and learn more about online gaming risks at www.saferkidsonline.eset.com