Sexting // A Parent’s Guide

How many teens are actually sexting? Why are they sexting? What will happen if my teen sexts? Is it illegal? How do I have an open and loving conversation with my teen about sexting and its dangers? All these questions and more are discussed in this guide.

WHAT’S IN THIS GUIDE?

• Are You Prepared to Talk about Sexting?
• What is “sexting”?
• Are teens sexting?
• Why do they sext?
• What apps do they use to sext?
• Emojis as sexts?
• Isn’t it illegal for a minor to sext?
• How is sexting affecting teens?
• I checked my teen’s phone, didn’t find any- thing, so he/she isn’t sexting, right?
• If my child isn’t sexting, do I really need to talk about it?
• So how do I address this with my child(ren)?
• When should I address it with my kids?
• What if I’ve done everything I can, but my kid still won’t stop sexting?!
• How can I start discipling my younger kids to not even be tempted by sexting?
• Anything else I should know?
• The Bottom Line
• Other Resources