Cyber Safety
What is one piece of personal information you should avoid sharing publicly online?
Your address, phone number, passwords, school/location etc.
What is cyberbullying?
Bullying that happens using digital technology, such as social media, messaging, or online games.
What addictive drug is commonly found in vapes?
Nicotine.
Name one quality of a healthy relationship.
Respect, trust, honesty, communication, support, kindness etc.
Is alcohol classified as a drug?
Yes.
What should you do if someone you don't know sends you a friend or follow request?
Don't accept it / check who they are first.
Name two things you could do if you received a bullying message online.
Don't respond, screenshot/save evidence, block, report and/or tell a trusted adult.
Name two parts of the body that can be negatively affected by vaping.
Lungs, brain, heart, eyes etc.
What is a role model?
Someone whose behaviour, qualities or achievements can influence or inspire others.
What type of drug is alcohol: stimulant, depressant or hallucinogen?
Depressant.
What is a digital footprint?
The information or trail you leave behind through your online activity.
Why can taking a screenshot of cyberbullying be important?
It keeps evidence that can be shown when reporting the behaviour.
Why can nicotine be particularly concerning for young people?
Their brains are still developing, and nicotine is addictive and can affect the developing brain.
Give one example of a positive and one example of a negative influence a role model could have on a young person.
positive - Encourage healthy choices, kindness, resilience, effort, confidence, positive behaviour etc. negative - encourage unhealthy choices eg vaping, swearing, bullying etc
Name 2 short-term and 2 long term effects alcohol can have on a person's body or behaviour.
short term - Slower reaction time, poor coordination, impaired judgement, slurred speech, mood changes, nausea etc.
long term- cancer, liver damage, dependence/addiction, damaged relatioinships, problems at work/school, financial problems etc
You receive a message saying you've won a prize and need to click a link and enter your password. What should you do?
Don't click the link or provide information; delete/report the message and tell a trusted adult if needed.
You're in a group chat where people start making fun of another student. You haven't written anything. What could you do to avoid being a bystander?
Speak up, don't join in, support the person, leave/report the chat and/or tell a trusted adult.
A vape says "nicotine-free" on the packaging. Why doesn't this automatically mean it is harmless?
Vape aerosol can contain other chemicals/substances that may be harmful; “nicotine-free” doesn't mean risk-free. Also sometimes it's false advertising.
A friend keeps pressuring you to do something you have said you don't want to do. What relationship quality are they failing to demonstrate and What communication style is best to use in this situation?
Respect / respect for boundaries.
assertive communication
Why can alcohol increase a person's risk of accidents or injuries?
It can affect judgement, coordination, reaction time and decision-making.
A friend posts a photo of you without asking. Even though the photo isn't embarrassing, explain what they should have done first.
People have a right to privacy and you should always ask for consent before posting an image online.
Name 2 short term effects and 2 long term effects that could happen to a victim of cyberbullying.
Short-term effects
feeling sad, anger, distressed, embarassed, lonely, not wanting to go to school etc
Long-term effects
ongoing anxiety and low self esteem, failing grades at school, ongoing problems at school or work, social withdrawal, mental illness etc
What is nicotine dependence, and why might it make stopping vaping difficult?
Answer: The body/brain becomes dependent on nicotine, which can lead to cravings and withdrawal when nicotine isn't used. (Addiction)
A social-media influencer promotes a health product because they're being paid to advertise it. Why should you consider this when deciding whether they're a reliable role model or source of health information?
Answer: Their paid relationship may influence what they say; popularity does not necessarily mean they have expertise or reliable evidence.
Explain why drinking alcohol as a young person can be particularly harmful to a young person's brain. Identify TWO possible effects.
A young person's brain is still developing, and alcohol can interfere with this development. Possible effects include difficulties with memory, learning, concentration, decision-making and impulse control.