Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change
Being active and being safe online
Learn why staying active matters, and how to keep yourself safe online.
Move every day. Games, sports, running, skipping, yoga: exercise keeps body and mind healthy, builds stamina and lifts your mood.
Be polite and respectful to everyone. It makes home, school and the street feel safe for all of us.
New feelings mean we must think about how we treat others, in person and online. At this age you may feel drawn to friends and want to copy them. Much of that now happens on phones.
The internet is great for learning and keeping in touch, but use it responsibly. Ask elders and teachers when you are unsure.
Cyberbullying is using phones, computers or apps to hurt or harass someone: sending nasty or false messages, spreading rumours, or sharing someone's private details without asking.
If anyone bullies or threatens you online, don't feel scared or helpless, and don't keep it secret. Tell a parent or a teacher. Be careful what you post: a photo can show where you live or where you are. Never share personal photos or details with strangers or 'online friends'.
Book's dos and don'ts (Activity 6.4):
| Do | Don't |
|---|---|
| be respectful and kind | share personal photos with strangers or virtual friends |
| think before posting | share passwords or home details |
| protect your privacy | forward rumours |
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