Cyber stalking is getting more and more dangerous especially amongst under aged teens. We all know the internet can be a wonderful place to meet someone special. But it can also be a very dangerous place, people on the internet have a choice to be who ever they want to be online.  They can lie about their age, sex, personal appearance. And can even make you believe your in love with that person your talking too, but behind closed doors who are they really? There have been many incidents amongst under aged teens, where the Internet Predator (Cyber stalker/pedophile) has lied and made the teen believe he/she is a similar age to them. They can lure them into a trap by lies that they've created, which can lead into dangerous and harmful circumstances. 

What is cyber stalking?

Definition:- Use of the Internet, e-mail or other electronic communications device to stalk or harass a person. Stalking is defined as repeated harassing or threatening behavior.

Can cyberstalkers really be dangerous?

YES! If a stalker takes it off-line and you start receiving snail mail or harassing phone calls from the stalker then they know where you live.

• Firstly never judge or criticize, always listen to all of what your teen may tell you.
• Communication openly with him/her, you should always make sure the communication gates between you and your son/daughter are always open. This is very important so that they won't have any fear or worry to come to you when they need help or advice.
• Patience is another key factor, as we all know teens can be very stubborn when they want to be. So be prepared to coax your child many of times to get them to be open with you.
• Always compromise and set limits and boundaries together. As a parent you may feel as though you should stop your son/daughter form using the internet completely. But this is never the answer your teen will only find another way of using the internet, and this may cause even more problems. As long as you work through the rules together and let your teen have a say, then you'll both have a common understanding.
• Always learn the facts first before running off and trying to help your teen. If you come on too strong then your son/daughter will only get more distant. Always make it clear your there for them, be supportive not pushy.

• First and foremost make sure you understand these points as these points could insure your safety on and offline.
• Always tell your parent or guardian who your talking too online
  Never hide anything back from anybody, your parents guardians need to know everything. 
• Never go and meet anyone you've met online without your parents or guardians knowing first always inform them. 
• Don't give out your personal information i.e. phone number/address. Always get permission from your parents or guardians first.
• Never accept photos from anyone your unsure of online. Check with your parents first.