The digital age has ushered in unprecedented connectivity, offering numerous benefits to society. However, it has also facilitated a disturbing rise in online crimes against children, manifesting in various forms such as grooming, cyberbullying, and the dissemination of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Recent statistics reveal a concerning escalation in these offences, underscoring the urgent…
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The digital world offers tremendous opportunities for learning, socialisation, and creativity but also harbours risks that can endanger your child’s safety and well-being. As technology becomes an inseparable part of our lives, parents must stay informed about the evolving threats children face online. This article explores the top online dangers every parent must understand and…
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As a parent, teaching your children how to use the internet safely and responsibly is important. Here are some tips for having productive conversations about internet safety with your kids: Following these tips can help ensure that your child has a safe and enjoyable online experience. Remember, the most important thing is to stay involved…
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The internet can be a great resource for children, but it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers they may face online. Here are some latest statistics on the dangers to children when they go online: It’s important for parents to be aware of these dangers and to take steps to protect their children…
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There are many reasons why gaming and social media are habit-forming. Some reasons are quite obvious and others are more manipulative by design. Here are the top five: They are fun. Games are played by people of all ages, because they are fun. For children, gaming is a very good way to teach them what…
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When Marlize Holtzhausen’s pregnant sister was attacked in her home, in front of her two-year-old son, then kidnapped, beaten, raped and left for dead – the whole family was severely traumatised. She struggled to get help and the physical damage caused her to go into labour while she was stranded far from home. Time was…
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Stash is an app for your phone that allows you to put little bits of money into a tax-free saving that is easy to use and there are no administration fees. We live in an environment where most people are cash-strapped, many are living month-to-month. Most South Africans don’t have good saving or investment habits…
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There are so many great reasons why your child, tween or teenager should have access to the Internet. They can learn about any subject in the world and connect with others who share the same interests. They can create content and share their talent with the world. But, the Internet also comes with danger and…
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The internet has changed the way we do things. Things we used to do in the real world are now done on the internet. We use the internet for banking, communication, entertainment, education, business and more. We even date online. During the Covid-19 related lockdowns, we moved more of our lives onto the Internet to…
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Often, when working with parents, I get the question “How do we teach our children about something this complex?” Many say that they don’t know where to start. They may feel inadequate or “technologically challenged”. If these thoughts have run through your mind; don’t worry. You are not alone. Parenting expert, Donna Tetreault, has a…
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