Keeping Foster Children Safe Online

Keeping Foster Children Safe Online

by John DeGarmo
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 21/04/2014

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Foster children are more likely than other children to be involved in risky activities online due to backgrounds of neglect and abuse, an absence of supportive adults, lower self-esteem, and greater exposure to drugs and alcohol.


Covering all the dangers of online technology that your foster child might encounter, from cyberbullying and "sexting", to child grooming and online hoaxes, this book pays particular attention to dangers unique to foster families, such as the difficulties internet access poses for maintaining formal arrangements for contact with birth families. DeGarmo equips foster parents and professionals with strategies to keep foster children safe online, giving tips on establishing expectations for internet usage, advice on how to prevent inappropriate contact and protect personal information, and explaining the importance of "netiquette".


An indispensable guide to negotiating online dangers, this is required reading for all foster families as well as residential child care workers, social workers and other professionals working with children in care.

ISBN:
9780857008626
9780857008626
Category:
Adoption
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
21-04-2014
Language:
English
Publisher:
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
John DeGarmo

Dr John DeGarmo is a proud foster and adoptive parent who has fostered over 40 children. He regularly speaks on his experiences at conferences and training sessions, and is dedicated to improving and promoting successful foster and adoptive care systems. John lives with their foster and adoptive children in Georgia, USA.

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