As online dating has become the new normal for adults, we ask our experts to shed a light on how this phenomenon is affecting teens and what parents can do to keep them safe. This will probably start with messaging people they already know, to social media and dating apps where they could come into contact with anyone. Relationships come with the whole packet — from joy, excitement and pleasure to heartbreak, embarrassment, inadequacy, and despair so as a parent you need to be ready. Show an interest in all of their relationships. Talk to them about what it means to be loved and respected — whether face to face or online. Talk about their right to privacy and the importance of protecting their bodies and their hearts.
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When you ask a couple how they met, it's pretty common for them to answer, "On the internet. And though most opt for Snapchat or Instagram to widen their social circles, some are curious enough to try one of the many messaging apps that promise to help them "make new friends. At this point, most parents would say "no way" and stop reading right now. But these apps are a fact of life for many teens especially LGBTQ youth who may not have a supportive community at school. So even if your kid doesn't use one, they may get exposed to one through their friends.
Social media has given teens the ability to instantly connect with others and share their lives through photos, videos and status updates. Teens themselves describe these platforms as a key tool for connecting and maintaining relationships, being creative, and learning more about the world. But they also must contend with more negative aspects of social media use, such as drama and bullying or feeling pressure to present themselves in a certain way.
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