Tips for Parents with Teens on the Internet

Written by Tasha Levert

By now you're aware of the dangers of Internet pornography to your students, but how can you help them outside of the time you see them at church? Help parents protect their teens' sexual well-being with these tips for parents with teens on the Internet:

• Check the browser history often.
• Utilize software to limit access to sexual Web sites.
• Make sure the computer is in a central location in the home--within sight of everyone.
• Limit the hours your teen spends on the computer.
• Take away Internet privileges if rules are violated.
• Set a good example for responsible Internet use.

In addition, advise your students to:

• Never give out personal information online,
• Never meet people in person whom they've met online,

Finally, know the warning signs of involvement with Internet pornography:

• Excessive Internet use.
• Isolation from friends and family.
• Symptoms of depression.
• Enjoys spending time with online friends more than real-time friends.
• Internet becomes a sexual outlet.
• Diminished sleep patterns; stays up all night on the Internet.
• Students with a history of sexual behavior problems are more prone to be lured in by pornography.

By helping your parents take the message of sexual purity into your students' homes, you'll help protect them from the pitfall of Internet pornography.

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