Stand Up to Sexting: An Open Conversation for Parents and Tweens

by Christy Monson

Sexting-the texting of nude or sexually suggestive images to another person-has become so commonplace that nearly 1 in 4 teens admits to being a participant. The problem is, sexting destroys self-esteem, undermines healthy relationships, leads to depression and self-harm, and can even result to run-ins with the law. It's no wonder that parents recently put sexting among their top-3 parenting concerns-but what's a parent to do? Stand Up to Sexting is the essential guidebook for parents and tweens to having an open, relaxed conversation about the dangers of sexting. Written in miniature chapters, the book includes friendly illustrations, Q&A prompts for easy conversations, and tools for staying safe. Designed for tweens ages 10-13, the book is the perfect preemptive tool for preparing your kids before their teen years strike. Chapter topics

120 pages, Paperback

Published May 5, 2020

About the author

Christy Monson has a B.S. degree in Child Development and Psychology from Utah State University, and an M.S. in Counseling Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy from University of Nevada at Las Vegas. She established a successful counseling practice in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has been married 50 years and raised six children who are all college graduates. She loves to write and enjoys adding positive energy to the world.

Books
Love, Hugs, and Hope, When Scary Things Happen
Becoming Free, A Woman's Guide To Internal Strength
Family Talk: How to Organize Family Meetings to Solve Problems and Strengthen Family Relationships
Social Media
Her articles have been published on the web at Familius, Gospel Ideals, Paper and Parchment, and ANWA, Changing Behavior Digest, and Chic Galleria.
Her blog address is: http://christymonson.blogspot.com/
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Reviews

[Jeimy · Rating 1 out of 5]

I have a few issues with this book:

1. The book has stories and journal entries for kids to connect to and reflect about, but what kid is going to pick up a book with the subtitle: An Open Conversation for Parents and Tweens.
2. The author keeps talking about Snapchat screenshots and I wonder if she knows that we know when someone takes a screenshot.
3. As a teacher of middle and high schoolers, my kids know the contents of this book- Except maybe the dopamine part...My eyes almost rolled right out of my head when the book compared the dopamine high a boy gets when eating pizza to the dopamine high he gets when looking for erotic pictures online.)
4. I have taken bystander intervention courses and the advice offered in that section is not realistic for teens and tweens. Telling adults and confronting bullies are not always realistic options.
5. If the book is aimed at the kids, it is a bit condescending.

[Christy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sexting--the texting of nude or sexually suggestive images to another person--has become so commonplace that nearly 1 in 4 teens admits to being a participant. The problem is, sexting destroys self-esteem, undermines healthy relationships, leads to depression and self-harm, and can even result to run-ins with the law. It's no wonder that parents recently put sexting among their top-3 parenting concerns--but what's a parent to do?

Stand Up to Sexting is the essential guidebook for parents and tweens to having an open, relaxed conversation about the dangers of sexting. Written in miniature chapters, the book includes friendly illustrations, Q&A prompts for easy conversations, and tools for staying safe. Designed for tweens ages 10-13, the book is the perfect preemptive tool for preparing your kids before their teen years strike. Chapter topics include:


What is Sexting?
Sexting and the Brain
Your Digital Footprints
What to Do if You Feel Pressured to Sext
Boyfriends and Girlfriends
How to Avoid Being a Victim of a Sexting Bully
Staying Safe from Predators
Using the Internet for Good
and much more!

[Cassie · Rating 3 out of 5]

An ok start to a conversation with teens/tweens about sexting. The writing and tone is best suited for tweens and younger teens. I would not recommend this as the only source of info for a parent to begin discussing this topic with their child. While approachable, I wish the book was more informative and tackled topics like guilt/shame, peer pressure, and action steps for parents who suspect their child may be engaging in this behavior or is at risk of it.

[Karthika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a good introduction to the topic for kids. I liked the practical approach and the story discussions. The format and colors were great.

[Petra · Rating 2 out of 5]

Poorly edited with a weird after school special tone. If there are better books on this topic aimed at teens I’d love some suggestions.