Citation

Berson IR. J. School Violence 2003; 2(1): 5-18.

Affiliation

Department of Child and Family Studies, Louis de la Parte Flordia Mental Health Institute, University of South Florida, Tampa

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J202v02n01_02

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The social and cultural communities of the Internet provide a virtual venue with unique perspectives on power, identity, and gender. This paper presents an overview of the benefits and risks of Web-based interactions for youth. As an illustrative example, the psychosocial effects of online grooming practices which are designed to lure and exploit children are discussed. Constructive solutions and a plan of action which foster protective and productive learning experiences are explored.