Tech Safety
What is a strong password?
A strong password is long, has uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, symbols, and isn’t easy to guess.
What is physical abuse?
When someone intentionally hurts your body by hitting, kicking, slapping, or harming you.
What does a healthy friendship look like?
Built on respect, trust, kindness, and no pressure or control.
Who can you talk to if you're feeling unsafe?
Parents, teachers, counselors, or any trusted adult.
Myth or Fact: Only strangers commit abuse.
Myth — Most abuse happens by someone the victim knows.
Why shouldn't you share your location on social media?
It can let strangers or dangerous people know where you are, putting you at risk.
What are signs of emotional abuse?
Constant insults, threats, controlling behavior, making you feel worthless or scared.
What are boundaries, and why are they important?
Boundaries are personal rules that protect your body, feelings, and privacy. They keep you safe.
What is a trusted adult, and how can they help?
Someone you feel safe with who listens, believes you, and helps you get support.
Myth or Fact: It's your fault if you're abused.
Myth — It’s never the victim’s fault. The abuser is responsible.
What should you do if someone sends you an inappropriate message online?
Don’t reply. Take a screenshot, block the person, and tell a trusted adult or report it.
What is sexual abuse, and how can you recognize it?
Unwanted sexual touch or behavior. Signs include touching private parts or inappropriate talk that makes you uncomfortable.
How can you say "no" assertively?
Look them in the eye, use a strong voice, and say, "No, please stop."
How can you contact a helpline for support?
Call helplines like the National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) or use online chat/text.
Myth or Fact: Boys can't be victims of abuse.
Myth — Boys can be victims too. Abuse can happen to anyone.
What is cyberbullying, and how can you respond to it?
Cyberbullying is online harassment. You should block the person, report them, and tell a trusted adult.
What should you do if someone touches you inappropriately?
Get away, say "NO" firmly, and tell a trusted adult right away.
What should you do if a friend pressures you to do something uncomfortable?
Tell them you’re uncomfortable, walk away, and talk to a trusted adult.
What should you do if a friend confides in you about abuse?
Listen, stay calm, and encourage them to tell a trusted adult. Don’t promise to keep secrets.
Myth or Fact: You should keep abuse a secret to avoid trouble.
Myth — Abuse should never be kept secret. Speaking up gets you help.
Name three ways to protect your personal information online.
Use strong passwords, don’t share personal info (address, school), and enable privacy settings.
What are some warning signs that someone might be an abuser?
Keeping secrets, giving inappropriate gifts, touching without permission, controlling or isolating you.
What are some red flags in a relationship?
Jealousy, controlling behavior, not respecting boundaries, making you feel bad or scared.
What resources are available in your community for abuse victims?
School counselors, child protective services, youth organizations, and the police. CAC, US!
Myth or Fact: Abusers can be anyone, regardless of age or gender.
Fact — Abusers can be of any age, gender, or background.