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The Internet has provided a means for kids and adults to have “friends”
without the risks associated with maintaining friendships. This is a
powerfully addicting thing. No commitments, no pain and possibly a lot
to be gained. So what do you do to help your kid or ADHD’er understand
the best use of the net?
- Don’t lecture about the evils of chat rooms or instant
messaging. Hey, this is part of their world! Maybe it intimidates
you, but they consider it to be normal. Instead, talk to them about
the proper use of chat rooms. Discuss their safety when disclosing
their name, address, telephone number or social security number.
- The way you talk around your kid may determine how he speaks
when you are not around and particularly on the Internet. If you
cuss, expect your child to follow your example.
- If you look at or visit pornography sites, guess what? Your kids
are smart. They can look at your browser and see where you’ve
been. If they look at these sites anyway, be prepared to explain
sex, addiction to sex, and the way these sites always manipulate the
viewer to spend money on something. Hey, this may be a good time to
talk about drugs, too.
- Sit with your kids and show them how to surf the net to find all
the great things they want in life.
- Stress the learning aspects of the Internet. Try visiting
museums and interactive learning sites.
- Show your kids how they can visit the universe on the web. They
might fall in love with NASA.com.
Dr. Frank |
