Online Safety for Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum
A Parent's and Carer's Guide
Nonfiction, Family & Relationships, Parenting, Health & Well Being, Health
| Author: | Nicola Lonie | ISBN: | 9780857008701 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Publication: | October 21, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Language: | English |
| Author: | Nicola Lonie |
| ISBN: | 9780857008701 |
| Publisher: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Publication: | October 21, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
| Language: | English |
Children and teens with autism can be particularly vulnerable to online dangers and this practical handbook explains how you can help your child to navigate websites, chat rooms and social media safely.
Providing all the information needed to monitor, educate and guide your child's computer use, the book discusses key concerns such as parental control, social networking, grooming, cyberbullying, internet addiction and hacking. The risks and the warning signs to look out for are clearly explained alongside useful advice and examples from real-life experiences. A Digispeak Dictionary is included that decodes the cryptic language of online slang and there are downloadable forms to help record your child's internet use.
The practical solutions in this book will give you peace of mind and ensure that your child can enjoy the educational and social benefits of the internet in safety.
Children and teens with autism can be particularly vulnerable to online dangers and this practical handbook explains how you can help your child to navigate websites, chat rooms and social media safely.
Providing all the information needed to monitor, educate and guide your child's computer use, the book discusses key concerns such as parental control, social networking, grooming, cyberbullying, internet addiction and hacking. The risks and the warning signs to look out for are clearly explained alongside useful advice and examples from real-life experiences. A Digispeak Dictionary is included that decodes the cryptic language of online slang and there are downloadable forms to help record your child's internet use.
The practical solutions in this book will give you peace of mind and ensure that your child can enjoy the educational and social benefits of the internet in safety.
