Unfortunately, messages of sexting abstinence haven’t reduced adolescents sharing nude pictures. Youth need to understand that sexting opens themselves up to significant and long-term consequences. Those who are going to sext anyway, need to exercise wisdom and discretion to prevent avoidable fallout. See our “Resources” link to the EurekAlert News Release from Florida Atlantic University that outlines 10 specific actionable messages that adolescents and parents need to know.
