How can parents protect their children from sextortion?
04-05-2024 07:00 via theguardian.com

How can parents protect their children from sextortion?

Consequences of sharing nude images and subsequent threat of blackmail can be devastating. Talk to your child, say experts“I’m naked on cam now I’ll call you. Answer the call don’t be shy.”The teenage boy did as he was told by the girl he had been chatting with over social media. The next message was chilling: “If you don’t want to get into trouble, you better listen. I’ve enough to destroy you.” Continue reading...
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