Parental What to

* Talk to your teen about sexting. Let them know that sexting is a serious issue that can have legal and emotional consequences.

* Be aware of the signs that your teen may be sexting. These include:

- Spending excessive time on their phone or computer

- Being secretive about their phone or computer use

- Becoming withdrawn or upset when you ask about their phone or computer use

- Sending or receiving sexually explicit messages or images.

* Set clear expectations about sexting. Let your teen know that you do not tolerate sexting and that there will be consequences if they are caught sexting.

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* Monitor your teen's phone and computer use. This includes checking their text messages, social media accounts, and browsing history.

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* Talk to your teen about healthy relationships. Help them understand the importance of respect, consent, and communication.

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* Encourage your teen to talk to you if they have any concerns about sexting or other sexual issues. Let them know that you are there for them and that you will help them through any problems they are facing.