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Hello,
I have recently observed my 12 years old is trying to access pornography content online although I have parental control installed on device and it does restricts to access such content.
I do understand adolescent age is full of emotional and hormonal change but still I am worried. I have observed and noticed in past she prefers to spend more time on internet then interacting with family members or with friends outside. She did not leave internet even during her final exams , when questioned she used to give an excuse of studying online for topics of doubts however she did not scored well in exams. We never doubted on her, did let her to use laptop whenever she required.
I am not sure what should be our approach, getting mad at her will not be the solution. I dont know how and who in the family would be the right person to initiate conversation with her. Please lead me.
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Dear parents
Internet overuse has become a problem in almost every house now.Your daughter is curious just like anyone her age.I presume she has started her period. She must have some questions about her body and sexuality in general. It was very wise of you not to be angry with her.
Next Steps
However, you are the most eligible person to guide her.You can talk to her about your own puberty and high school days.You can discuss and read out articles and news on the subject to her.You can talk to her about boys and physical attraction. It is important to ask her how much she knows and from which source.You can verify together if her information is right.
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If you don't have answers then tell her you will find out from scientific source. You can give her information about HIV and unwanted pregnancy. Don't hesitate as it's for her own safety. You can watch Pappu our papa on You Tube.Best of luck.
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Dr. Simoni Shah
Psychotherapist
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Mumbai
I totally understand your situation .
This thing is getting viral captivating all ages .
All that you can do is try to find the source , from where this inquisitiveness has arrived , a friend ....etc.
Then be more friendly , engage with her in her hobbies. Develop a bond with her that she stays in a stage where atleast she would consider to think on what you say.
You can always consider Counseling as we equip parents with different skills of how to tackle adolescent.
I too give Counseling , online and offline both.
Simoni Shah
Mental health counselor
Walkeshwar ,Bombay .
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