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AAP Age-Based Guidelines for Children’s Internet Use
AAP Age-Based Guidelines for Children’s Internet Use
Up to age 10
Children this age need supervision and monitoring to ensure they are not exposed to inappropriate materials. Parents should use Internet safety tools to limit access to content, Web sites, and activities, and be actively involved in their child’s Internet use.
Ages 11-14
Children this age are savvier about their Internet experience; however, they still need supervision and monitoring to ensure they are not exposed to inappropriate materials. Internet safety tools are available that can limit access to content and Web sites and provide a report of Internet activities. Children this are also need to understand what personal information should not be given over the internet.
Ages 15 to 18
Children this age should have almost no limitations on content, Web sites, or activities. Teens are savvier about their Internet experience; however, they still need parents to define appropriate safety guidelines. Parents should be available to help their teens understand inappropriate messages and avoid unsafe situations. Parents may need to remind teens what personal information should not be given over the internet.
For more information visit www.aap.org
American Academy of Pediatrics; Dedicated to the Health of All Children
