by Larry Richman | Jun 8, 2018
From the article “Helping Children Make Good Media Choices,” from the digital-only content in the June 2018 issue of the Ensign magazine:...
by Larry Richman | Jun 7, 2018
“If your idea of teaching kids to be digitally savvy means showing them how to avoid phishing scams, create unbreakable passwords and stay off pornographic websites — then experts say you’ve got a lot to learn.” That’s the lead paragraph in the...
by Larry Richman | Apr 25, 2018
These days, many kids draw little distinction between real life and online life. They may use social sites designed for children such as Webkinz or Club Penguin, or social sites designed for adults such as Facebook or Instagram. Whatever they’re doing, they...
by Larry Richman | Nov 2, 2010
As a parent, you face unprecedented hurdles today and a big one is the Internet. Did you know that 93% of boys and 62% of girls have been exposed to Internet pornography before the age of 18? You may be thinking, “That’s not my child!” Unfortunately, many of the...
by Larry Richman | Oct 18, 2010
The Church magazines would like to hear from you! How do you moderate your children’s time with TV, computer, video games, and cell phone? How do you help them live a well-balanced life, using technology in helpful and appropriate ways without letting it take over?...
by Larry Richman | Oct 9, 2010
The Web of Trust (mywot.com) is a set of community-powered tools that families can use to identify trustworthy websites. It shows which websites you can trust for safe surfing, shopping, and searching on the web. Their safe surfing browser tool is free. The WOT Trust...
by Larry Richman | Aug 23, 2010
Visit OnGuardOnline.gov for social networking safety tips for parents and youth. It provides practical tips from the US federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal...
by Larry Richman | Aug 18, 2010
bNetS@vvy is a comprehensive Internet safety web site from the National Education Association. Check it out to find tools for helping teens stay safe...
by Larry Richman | Aug 12, 2010
Facebook just launched a page on Facebook Safety (facebook.com/fbsafety) with some great videos and tips. You can “Like” this page to get updates and give feedback on safety issues....
by Larry Richman | Aug 10, 2010
Microsoft.com offers the following ideas on how to Take Charge of Your Online Reputation: Chances are you already have a reputation online, even if you don’t want one. On Web sites across the Internet, people can find information about you. You should be aware...
by Larry Richman | Aug 6, 2010
On this site, I maintain an ongoing page that lists resources in overcoming pornography. I know that pornography is a big problem in the world today, and growing bigger. One of the best programs I’ve seen to help your family stay clear of pornography is Covenant...
by Larry Richman | Aug 5, 2010
Do you access Facebook from a mobile device? Today Facebook announced a full range of mobile privacy settings to control your preferences on the go. All of Facebook’s privacy controls are now available from any browser-enabled mobile device. Read more at the...
by Larry Richman | Jun 30, 2010
Microsoft.com offers the following 11 Tips for Social Networking Safety: Social networking Web sites like MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and Windows Live Spaces are services people can use to connect with others to share information like photos, videos, and personal...
by Larry Richman | May 25, 2010
Facebook has recently changed its privacy controls to let users determine who gets to see pictures, comments, videos, and other material in profiles. If you have a Facebook account, I’d recommend you take some time to review and update your personal privacy...
by Larry Richman | May 13, 2010
According to 2010 statistics, the average age a child is first exposed to Internet pornography is 8 years old. 90% of 12-17-year-old boys have viewed pornography online, most while doing homework. Additionally, recent medical findings indicate that even one exposure...
