ATLANTA — Channel 2 Action News examined the dangers of social media and young people in a prime time special.
Experts say the social media revolution has created a whole new world of communication, and no group has been more affected by this change than young Georgians.
Channel 2's own Monica Pearson took a closer look at how every tweet, Facebook post and text could come with dangerous consequences.
Channel 2 is asking parents and kids to sign a pledge to have a conversation at least one hour a week. The pledge card is available to download on wsbtv.com and on the station's Facebook page. Click here for helpful links related to social media.
- Join the conversation on Facebook
- Download the Social Media Pledge Card
- Helpful links for Parents & Children
This program featured chilling warnings from local teenagers about cyber bullying, sexting and online hacking. Channel 2’s Justin Farmer and WSB Radio’s Scott Slade also moderated a question and answer session with social media experts in front of a live studio audience.
Social Media and Your Kids will also be streamed live on wsbtv.com and simulcast on 95.5FM and AM750 News/Talk WSB. Viewers are also invited to join the conversation on Channel 2's Facebook and Twitter pages before, during and after the show.