Danger or a Hoax? The Momo Challenge
Every week it seems, I am alerted to another internet danger, via email, TV or news stories, my research, or in person. Now please don't misunderstand me, never ever hesitate to contact me if you hear of a potential threat to our children in their online world. I need to be made aware and contrary to popular belief, I do have a life, so there is a very real chance that I may not know about the threat. The article that I've shared (link below), addresses a recent alert regarding the Momo Challenge and its connection to self harm and the suicide of young people. I remember watching a Current Affair Special Report on it and it's been featured in news reports and social media. W ell, apparently there is much more to this story and we haven't been fed the truth - fancy that! The moral of the story is..... We must be informed but we must not become alarmists as we run the real risk of the "The Boy who cried wolf" effect. I love the balanced view taken by B...