Module 11

Guiding Your Child to Manage the Harms and Risks of the Online Space

While technology can be beneficial, it can also be used to intentionally cause harm and distress to others. In this module, you will learn how you can keep your child safe as they explore the online space.

Topics include:

11A

Guiding your child in managing negative comments and cyberbullying

11B

Protecting your child from unwanted attention and inappropriate content

11C

Keeping your child safe using in-app safety features and services

11D

Teaching your child good cyber hygiene

Guiding your child in managing negative comments and cyberbullying

Much like physical bullying, cyberbullying is when one intentionally causes harm and distress to others. However, unlike bullies in real life, cyberbullies can hide behind the anonymity of a screen and may be difficult to deter. As your child spends more time online, there is a greater likelihood that they may encounter cyberbullying.

If your child has been cyberbullied, what can you do to help them? Or what should you do if you discover your child is bullying others online?

Sub-topics

(i) Cyberbullying and ways to support your child if they are a victim

8 min

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(ii) Ways to guide your child if they are a cyberbully

6 min

Protecting your child from unwanted attention and inappropriate content

As parents, you want to protect your child from unwanted attention online and exposure to inappropriate online content such as scams, dangerous online challenges, or violent images. What can you do to protect them?

Sub-topics

Keeping your child safe using in-app safety features and services

There are many parental supervision services provided by technology companies, social media platforms, and telecommunication operators. In-app safety features are also readily available. By keeping yourself updated with such safety features and services, you can better protect your child.