10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Grooming but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A detailed guide for teenagers about grooming, covering its signs, effects, and prevention strategies, with practical advice on staying safe online and seeking support for personal and community well-being.

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Grooming is a topic that's often misunderstood, yet it's crucial for teenagers to understand what it is and how to protect themselves. Grooming involves building a relationship with someone to exploit or manipulate them, often for abusive or harmful purposes. Here are 10 things you've always wanted to know about grooming but might have been too afraid to ask, along with strategies for staying safe. 1. What Is Grooming? Grooming is when someone deliberately builds trust and an emotional connection with another person, often to exploit them. While grooming can happen in many contexts, it's most commonly associated with predatory...
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