Turn on the news station, watch YouTube videos, browse Facebook… everyone desperately wants to be heard!

It’s not bad to have an opinion.  But for teens, there are two volatile elements:  the invitation to publically express personal opinion, and the immaturity and irresponsibility they’re still growing out of.  Combine those two things and what do you get?  A recipe for disaster and broken friendships!

You see, when a teen is allowed to share opinions publically, it often morphs into mockery of others, judgmental statements or just plain ol’ meanness.  Then, with the click of a mouse, those hurtful statements are broadcast to the digital world.

Mom and dad… pay careful attention to the opinions your teen is sharing in a digital age!

 

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