The stats tell us that we need to protect our kids from the dangers that come with unfettered phone use.
Talking Points:
- Tip #1: Start engaging with your kids now- if you don’t influence them, someone else will.
- Tip #2: Establish clear boundaries and communicate them to your kids.
- Tip #3: Don’t freak out – be a safe person for your kids to approach with struggles.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- On a scale from 1-10, how aware are you currently about your kid’s phone use?
- What conversations have you had with your kids regarding their phone use? Why do many parents avoid these conversations with their kids?
- Review the stats from the video. What surprised you most? Why should all parents be alarmed by the access kids have to porn?
- How have you seen your kids influenced by their peers on social media? How have you seen platforms like Snapchat cause problems for your kids or their friends?
- What boundaries do you currently have for your kids? Which boundaries from the video stand out most to you? What boundaries do you need to add?
- What are some things a “safe”parent would do to keep the lines of communication open with their kids? What changes do you need to make to be more approachable?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
