Instagram, Facebook, for teens

[MKB0925]

Originally Posted by ChessieMom

Internet access in schools is VERY locked down, at least in my area. We don't allow students access to any social media sites.

In our district as well..I would imagine it is like that all over.

[convextech]

Originally Posted by 191185

she told everyone on there she was bisexual, but then came home balling her eyes out from school, because she said everyone was making fun of her...


She then made a secret Instagram....

She's proven she is not mature enough to handle it. Take it away from her, period.

[2Loud]

My kids understand that the phone they use does not belong to them. It belongs to mom and dad.

If I have a concern, I simply ask for the phone and check it. Same goes for their email, Facebook or Instagram.

But to be honest, both of my kids are pretty good online. They understand the dangers and have avoided drama using social media.

[opalminor]

WAY too young to have their own Instagram account. What they put online the entire world can see (in theory) and it will be out there FOR EVER. There is absolutely no need for a teenager to have that kind of freedom.. they are way too immature to make good decisions. Also creates unhealthy narcissism, IMO... of course every teen is different.. most seem to be obsessed with pouty-faced fish-lipped selfies with a "come get me" look... others may want to post arty photos of old buildings or whatever... but either way, that's too young and asking for trouble. As the parent, it's OK to say NO!
(and who cares if 'everyone' else has one..? Doesn't make it right...)

[Miss Blue]

Thanks for the advice for the op to conside


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