Internet Safety, Mental Health and Wellbeing

The Internet is often the most important place for young people to find out about the world, research information, socialise and find entertainment but we all need to be mindful of the risks online communication can pose.

Here are some tips from saferinternet.org.uk on how to stay safe, please visit their website for more information on how to follow this advice:

• Protect your online reputation – manage your digital footprints and ‘think before you post.’ Content posted online can last forever and could be shared publicly by anyone.

• Know where to find help – Understand how to report to service
• providers and use blocking and deleting tools. If something happens that upsets you online, it’s never too late to tell someone.

• Don’t give in to pressure – Keep calm and keep in control; once you’ve pressed send you can’t take it back.

• Respect the law – Use reliable services and know how to legally access the music, film and TV you want.

• Acknowledge your sources – Use trustworthy content and remember to give credit when using others’ work/ideas.

www.saferinternet.org.uk/

The CEOP ‘ThinkUKnow’ Site also has a wealth of information for parents and students:

www.thinkuknow.co.uk

If you have any concerns about behaviour online, you can report to the police via this link:

http://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/

More information on keeping children safe whilst the access the internet:

Headstart Kernow Online Resilience Podcast (Opens link in Spotify)

Mrs Cox, our Emotional, Wellbeing and Resilience Mentor has put together a booklet of recommended resources which support young people with mental health and wellbeing.