Online Safety, a Parent's Guide

The latest issue of the local magazine, 999; Security and Safety For All, (October, 2014) has an article about how to support your child as they manoeuvre through the online world through social media apps.
The article mentions studies done by such organizations as Ofcom which have studied the usage of social media by age group. It also reviews certain social media apps which need to be monitored by parents due to their content and features.  The article has interviewed local and global experts about advice for parents as their children engage in the online world and supports the view that parents need to be vigilant about  what apps their child is using and to not be afraid of creating limits. After all, as a parent and guardian, it is your right to control your child's use of technology. But it is also your duty to be informed about the latest Apps and Social Media platforms so you can also advise and guide your child. Just saying no is not always the nest way to approach these situations. Looking into the Social Media app, doing some research about it, then discussing it with your child so they understand the dangers as well as the opportunities is key.