Sextortion: It is time to have the hard conversation
We are reminding all parents and grandparents to have those hard-to-have conversations with their children and grandchildren. Sextortion is becoming more frequent in the digital age and we all need to be informed what it is and how to stop it.
Sextortion is a form of online blackmail. It typically involves someone threatening to distribute explicit or intimate photos or videos of the victim to others unless they comply with their demands. These demands usually involve payments or the provision of more inappropriate content.
It’s a disturbing and highly invasive form of cybercrime, which can leave victims feeling violated, ashamed and terrified. The consequences can be severe, with some victims being driven to self-harm or even suicide.
To learn more about sextortion and tips on how to protect your loved ones follow the link
