Studying the dark side of teen girls’ social media
Despite the best efforts of educators, government, and law enforcers, teen bullying and sexting are still very much a part of many Australian teen girls’ lives.
Despite the best efforts of educators, government, and law enforcers, teen bullying and sexting are still very much a part of many Australian teen girls’ lives.
Australian teenage girls value friendships more than anything else in their everyday online interactions, with the most sought after identity being the “good girl”.
A Griffith University study into teen girls’ online behaviour has found they understand the rules of cybersafety but choose to flout those rules, especially when communicating with close friends.
The Commissioner for Children and Young People and Child Guardian, Queensland Elizabeth Fraser will provide the opening address. Presenters include...