Sexting: Keeping teens safe and responsible in a technologically savvy world Flashcards
1
Q
What is sexting?
A
sending and receiving sexually explicit messages, or nude or seminude photographs or videos electronically (primarily between cell phones, but can occur between any media-sharing device or technology – ie, e-mail or the Internet)
2
Q
What percentage of teens have sent or posted nude or seminude pictures or videos of themselves?
A
25%
3
Q
What percentage of tens have sent sexually suggestive messages?
A
39%
4
Q
What should parents and HCP discuss with teens?
A
Parents should be encouraged to discuss sexting with teens and explain safe and responsible cell phone usage
Explain that nothing online is anonymous or proviate
