Yes, the #stop_sextyn team explains how parents should be in such a situation. Recommendations were prepared by experts within the framework of the “National Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Programme”.

How do parents talk to a child?

So how should parents who engage in a health-risking behavior due to the influence of information from the internet talk to their children – tips:

• reassure the child, say that you are there, you will listen and help;
• emphasize to the child that he is now safe;
• Pay attention to the tone of your voice when speaking. Do not speak in an instructive tone so as not to frighten the child. Otherwise, he will not tell you the truth;
• try to make the conversation casual;
• Ask open questions. For example, “Please share what has caused you to have such experiences? What has affected your behavior lately?”;
• listen and hear. Do not react to the fact that the child can express himself quite aggressively. Now try to hear what he needs;
• avoid judgments and accusations;
• Use “I” messages. “How can this be?” instead – “I understand that you had to go through this…”;
• Thank the child for sharing his experiences.

Who to turn to for help

• Government hotline on children’s safety on the Internet 1545.

This hotline was created with the aim of raising awareness of children, parents and professionals in contact with children about warning and responding to the risks that children may face on the internet – anonymously, 24 hours a day, free of charge.

• Psychological hotline on online risks.

The line works for children affected by online risks. Parents whose children have been harmed by internet content can also apply for help.

• Cyber ​​police. The application can be submitted online.

You can find more information on the subject in the booklet.

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