"It was only a joke." Those five words can stop an important conversation before it begins.Maybe your child or grandchild posted a rude comment in a group chat.
Another kid added an embarrassing picture.Soon, classmates were sharing it and piling on with laughing reactions.To the children taking part, it may feel like ordinary online drama.
To the child being targeted, every notification can feel like another person joining the attack.The warning signs of cyberbullying are not always obvious.
Some children hide what they are experiencing.Others take part without realizing their behavior has crossed a line.That is why cybersecurity education needs to go beyond strong passwords, antivirus software and password managers.
Those protections remain essential.However, children also need guidance about empathy, privacy and the consequences of what they post.
Parents play a central role.Grandparents can also become trusted listeners, especially when a child feels nervous about telling Mom or Dad.
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