EP-II Training Curriculum: Lesson Plans.

Efficient Parenting – Lesson Plans Page 89 /170 Parental Involvement and Open Communication • How could Katerina’s parents create a safe space for her to open up about the situation? • What kind of questions or conversations could parents initiate to check on their child’s online well-being? Reflection: Parents should avoid accusatory language and instead focus on being supportive and understanding. Open-ended questions about her online experiences and gently addressing any changes they’ve noticed can foster open communication. Emotional Consequences of Cyberbullying • How can cyberbullying impact a child’s emotional and mental health in both the short and long term? • What are some potential long-term effects if Katerina’s situation remains unmonitored and unresolved? Reflection: Cyberbullying can lead to feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. Early intervention is crucial to minimize long-term emotional damage. Practical Solutions and Strategies Monitoring Online Activity • How can Katerina’s parents discreetly monitor her online activities to understand the situation without violating her privacy completely? • What tools or parental control methods could they use? Possible Actions: Parents can use built-in parental control settings on Katerina’s social media accounts or consider using monitoring apps that alert them to concerning activity without directly reading Katerina’s private messages. Reviewing internet usage logs or monitoring changes in friends/followers lists could provide insight. Responding to Cyberbullying • Once Katerina’s parents realize she’s being cyberbullied, what should their immediate steps be? • How can they support Katerina emotionally while also addressing the bullying? Possible Actions: Parents should validate Katerina’s feelings and let her know she is not alone. They should avoid blaming her and instead, focus on solutions. Reporting the cyberbullying to the platform or school is crucial, as well as providing emotional support through regular check-ins or seeking help from a counselor.