Young Adults

Young people often use the internet in a completely different way to older generations. Find out what could make you vulnerable online, and how to stay safe.

Posted on 1st October 2019

Sadfishing: Social media trend threatens young people's mental health, report warns

A social media trend called ‘sadfishing’ is harming the mental health of children and leaving them vulnerable to grooming online, a new report says.

Posted on 9th July 2019

Instagram now asks bullies: 'Are you sure?'

Instagram believes its new anti-bullying tool, which prompts users to pause and consider what they are saying, could help curb abuse on the platform.

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Posted on 20th June 2019

England's schools 'worst for cyber-bullying'

Head teachers in England are more likely to face problems with pupils bullying online and misusing social media than in any other developed country, an international study says.

Posted on 31st May 2019

Quarter of children experienced cyberbullying in the last year, study finds

'It's vital that young users can reap the benefits of going online without being exposed to unacceptable harm'

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Every year we’re able to do more and more online. From sending messages to sorting out our finances, today we can do it from our phones and tablets wherever we are. But the more we can do online, the more we’re exposed to hazards. Cybersafe is here to help you stay safe online, so you can browse to your heart’s content, knowing you’re protected against scams, fraud and security problems.

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