Parents, are you worried about keeping your pre-teen / teen safe while they browse the internet or use their electronic devices? Please join us on Thursday, November 11, for an online presentation by Dr. Geneviève Vohl from the Centre Cyber-aide on the impacts of technology and how to use it safely. Here are some of the topics that Dr. Vohl will address:
- Health impacts of technology (physical, psychological, social)
- Risks and protection factors
- Recognizing overuse
- Managing emotions
- Cybercrimes
- Cyberbullying
- Sexting
- What to if there is an incident involving you or a family member
- Tools and references
Both parents and teens welcome! Click here to register and to get the link to be able to access this workshop on Zoom on your smart phone, tablet, computer, laptop or landline.
Also see part I in this series for parents of younger children!
Learn more about our School Readiness series, where you will also find a link to helpful documents prepared the School Services team of Jeffery Hale Community Services.
Questions? Please contact Jessica Price, our Family Matters program coordinator: jprice@jhpartners.net