Secret Lives of Teens Online

I Was Groomed Online as a Teen. Here is What You Should Know

How are teens groomed online, even when they have loving, involved parents? I was groomed online as a teen by multiple adults, even though my parents did many of the thi

Should Kids Be Banned From Social Media Until 16? My Problem With This Parenting Advice

Should kids be banned from social media until they’re 16? I think we’re asking the wrong question. I believe delaying social media can absolutely be part of protecting

What Does Online Grooming Actually Look Like? The Red Flags I Missed as a Teen

Online grooming doesn’t always feel scary to a teen. At first, it can feel like friendship, connection, acceptance, and finally finding someone who understands you. So h

Your Voice Matters: Share Your Secret Life Online | Secret Lives of Teens Online Ep. 4

Your story matters and I want to hear it. In this episode, I invite you to share your experiences growing up online, including the good, bad, ugly, and beautiful part

Why I’m Finally Telling My Story of Online Grooming | Secret Lives of Teens Online Ep. 3

Why am I finally sharing my story of being groomed online as a child? In this episode, I explain what led me to speak publicly about the good, bad, ugly, and beautiful p

She Stopped Me From Meeting an Online Predator | Secret Lives of Teens Online Ep.2

At 16, I was preparing to leave home and meet a man I had met through an online game. I had been talking to him for months, and although some of his behavior made me unco

Why Teens Hide Their Online Lives From Parents | Secret Lives of Teens Online Ep.1

Why do teens hide parts of their online lives from their parents...even when they are loved, supported, and cared for? In this first episode, I (CyberFareedah) share my