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Scenario

How to respond when you discover concerning content on your teen's social media

I keep checking my son's Instagram because I'm worried about him but I found messages about self-harm and I don't know if confronting him will make it worse.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Discovery of a child's private pain creates a dilemma between respecting boundaries and ensuring safety.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Social media and adolescent mental health?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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