Distressing online content
From the eSafety Commissioner
Distressing online content
From the eSafety Commissioner
Support for Australian families
Following the distressing events of the last several days, young people might be struggling to come to terms with what they have read and seen online.
Online spaces should be safe for everyone. If your child sees violent or distressing material, it is important to check in and talk to them about the content they have seen. We also recommend that children use devices in open areas of the home, rather than in their bedroom, so you can be attuned to how they are coping and what they are reading or watching.
Tips on how to deal with violent and distressing content
You can find more guidance and information about distressing online content below.
Dealing with distressing content
Relevant resources
We understand as a parent or carer you may want to take extra precautions against your children seeing disturbing content online. eSafety has a range of helpful resources including:
For kids and young people
For parents and carers
Support services
If your child, or someone you know, has come across disturbing content online, there are a range of counselling services you can reach out to for help and support.
If a life is in danger call Triple Zero (000) right now.
More support services, including state-based services aimed at parents and carers, are listed here.
We hope the information above has been useful, and that it provides some practical support for Australian families as we collectively process these tragic events.