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Online teen speak
Wondering what your children are tapping into their phones? Or, in fact, what it means? Here's our parent's guide to some popular teen chat acronyms and slang words.
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Internet porn: top tips for how to respond
NCA-CEOP’s Dr Elly Hanson offers advice on how to address the tricky issue of online porn with your child
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What does Ofcom do to protect your child?
How does Ofcom, the communications regulator, tackle material online that may be inapprorpriate or upsetting for children?
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Phone safety and selfies: a parent's guide
Video: how to keep your child safe when using their mobile phone
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Helping your child cope with peer pressure
Peer pressure: how parents can help their children cope
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What is a digital tattoo?
A tattoo is permanent, much like the information we post online. NCA-CEOP gives its top tips on making sure your child's online reputation is just as good as their offline one
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What is - and isn't - legal online?
The digital world is so new that half the time we don't know what the rules are. In fact, there are plenty of laws governing what you can and can't do online. Here's our guide to what you should and shouldn't be doing online (legally, anyway).
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At what age can my child…?
What age can your child be left alone? When can they drink? We answer parents’ frequently asked questions about legal milestones in their children’s lives
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Safer Internet Day 2019: How to help your child be kind to others online
Here are some things you can do to teach your child to be kind and respectful online and to expect this from others.
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Online safety course for parents: Parenting in the Digital Age
Find out more about Parent Zone's online digital parenting course
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Fake news: a parent's guide
What is fake news and how can you help your child spot it? Nicky Cox, editor in chief of First News, offers advice for parents
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A fun tool to help your child solve online safety dilemmas
The National Crime Agency’s CEOP command has created an interactive game that can help you start conversations with your child about making safer choices online.