Use examples of when friends or partners have had a falling-out and what might happen to the images if this happens.' If children are sending images to people they trust, they might not think there's much risk involved.Talk about whether a person who asks for an image from you might also be asking other people for images.
It may be easier to use examples such as television programs or news stories.Tell them what can happen when things go wrong.
The Humberside Police said in a statement that their decision to release their own report came after 'numerous reports of young people sharing sexual, naked or semi-naked images of themselves, also known as sexting.' They also offered the follow tips for discussing this tricky topic with your child:
