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Transcript
Keeping an Eye on Instagram: A Guide for Parents
Help your child stay safe online by regularly checking their Instagram followers. Take the time to look through your child's Instagram followers, identify any unfamiliar profiles, and encourage open conversations to create a safer online environment together.
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Index
An overview of key steps for parents to ensure their child's safety on Instagram, from monitoring followers to starting important conversations.
Importance
How to Review
Red flags
Conversation
Objectives
Objectives
Social networking is hugely popular. Many young childern and people are sophisticated in the way they use social media apps and websites, tailoring their communication for different audiences, and accessing them from a range of devices including smartphones, tablets, and games consoles. But social media, like Instagram, carries significant risks. Children may face issues like cyberbullying, harmful content, or contact with strangers who could have bad intentions. If they encounter these dangers without understanding them, they may be unable to cope effectively.
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Objectives
Children can encounter various risks on Instagram, from connecting with unfamiliar followers to exposure to inappropriate content. Without proper monitoring, they may engage with accounts that have hidden intentions, like phishing, scams, or online predators. Additionally, certain followers might pressure them into sharing private information or content.
By understanding these risks, parents can take proactive steps to safeguard their child's digital experience, ensuring a safer online environment and promoting responsible social media use.
Why it is Important
Regularly checking followers helps protect your child from online risks and ensures they have a safe and positive social media experience
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Why It is Important
The Value of Staying Involved
By staying engaged with your child's Instagram activity, it's a way to guide your child in understanding what safe online connections look like. It encourages them to be mindful of who they interact with and how to protect their privacy. This active involvement also sets a foundation for digital responsibility, teaching children to value their online presence and make thoughtful decisions.
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Why It is Important
Impotance
People present themselves differently online – do they really look like that? Are they always having that good a time? Be aware that screens, and especially being anonymous, can lead people to say things they wouldn’t say to someone’s face.
If you are concerned your child is dependent on social media or using it in unhealthy ways, consider enforcing new limits around accessing this technology. If you suspect your child is experiencing psychological harm or you are having difficulty managing your child’s social media use, a mental health professional may be able to help you find healthier ways to engage with the digital world.
How to review
It is also important for parents to keep an eye on your child's Instagram followers, it can reveal so many information about what type of content your childer is consuming.
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How to review
Why perents should review
Reviewing your child’s Instagram followers is a simple but important step in ensuring their online safety. Understanding this process helps you stay aware of who is interacting with your child and allows you to address potential risks before they become problems.
How to Review
How to Review
Instruction
To review your child's Instagram followers, open the app on their device and navigate to their profile by tapping the profile icon at the bottom right. Once on the profile, tap the number next to 'Followers' to see the full list. Scroll through the list and take note of any unfamiliar accounts, especially those without profile pictures or with suspicious usernames. If needed, tap on a follower’s name to view their profile and better understand their activity. This process helps you stay aware of who is interacting with your child, providing an opportunity to discuss any concerns directly with them.
Red Flags
It is also important to find any unknown person or malicious person you think harmfull for your child.
Red Flags
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Accounts with No Profile Picture or Posts:Followers that don’t have a profile picture, bio, or posts might be fake accounts or bots. These could be set up to spam or follow many users indiscriminately.
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Inappropriate or Suggestive Usernames:Usernames that are suggestive, offensive, or overly sexual in nature can indicate profiles that aren’t appropriate for a child to interact with.
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Accounts with Little Information:Profiles that have very few details—like empty bios or no visible posts—can be a red flag. They might be newer accounts made for spam or targeting users.
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Followers Who Initiate Private Messages:A follower who repeatedly sends direct messages, especially if they ask for personal information or try to build a relationship quickly, is a major red flag. These can be signs of potential grooming or phishing attempts.
Conversation
It is important to have a conversation with your child if you find this kind of account.
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Conversation
Why Parents should have Conversation
Having a conversation with your child after finding a problematic account is crucial. It helps them understand the risks of interacting with unfamiliar profiles and teaches them to make safer choices online. This dialogue also builds trust, encouraging your child to share any future concerns they might encounter on social media, creating a safer and more open environment.