Sex, Likes and Social Media Talking to Our Teens in the Digital Age

Welcome to the world of the Digital Native, where self-esteem is measured in Likes, everyone is sexting and "Pimps and Hoes" is an acceptable party theme. Dates have been replaced with swipes, rape jokes are hilarious and "No" means "Yes."  For most parents, the digital landscape that kids and teens are growing up in is uncharted territory. This book is here to help. Based on their professional work with young people, parents and teachers, and their experiences with their own children, Allison Havey and Deana Puccio give you the tools, with tips, stats, and conversation starters on everything from porn to college life.

Allison Havey is a journalist and television producer. Originally from New York, she now lives in London. Allison has worked for NBC News, Associated Press, ABC News and Fox Business News. She has two teenagers of her own. Deana Puccio is a former Senior Assistant District Attorney, working in the sex crimes unit in Brooklyn, New York. Now based in London, she regularly appears as an expert commentator in the media. The authors cofounded the RAP Project, which promotes awareness for teenagers negotiating social media. Kristin Scott Thomas is an actor and the mother of three children.