Ben Tracy

Speaker | Founder of Safe Social Network | Runner

[CNN @CNN]

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says he believes 13 is too young for children to be on social media platforms. https://t.co/CGP7nPGJHb

[CNN @CNN]

Here’s a closer look at what parents can do to help keep their kids safe online. https://t.co/DklGOA8o0j

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

“It’s almost like [Chinese company Bytedance] recognize[s] that technology’s influencing kids’ development, and they make their domestic version a spinach TikTok, while they ship the opium version to the rest of the world,” says Tristan Harris. https://t.co/Jro1FTGjKB

[Forbes @Forbes]

#BREAKING SCOOP: TikTok’s China-based parent company ByteDance planned to use the TikTok app to track the physical location of specific American citizens, according to materials reviewed by Forbes. https://t.co/IUA6Cm8NwK

[Bark @barktechco]

Predators can make contact almost anywhere, which is why it’s crucial to have age-appropriate discussions with your kid about how to recognize predatory behavior online.⁠
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Here’s a guide to help you get started!👇
#Parenting #OnlineSafety

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[WSMV 4 Nashville @WSMV]

BREAKING: The new stadium will be an enclosed dome, cost more than $2 billion and it's unknown at this time whether Nissan will keep naming rights.

MORE: https://t.co/8jB3KVF0Ke

[Bark @barktechco]

This alarming stat isn’t easy to read, but it’s a good reminder to check in with your kid to see how they’re really doing. ❤️⁠
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Be sure to know the warning signs of suicidal ideation and self-harm. Learn more below. 👇 #Parenting #SuicidePrevention

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[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline @988Lifeline]

On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #BeThe1To make a difference - stepping forward and reaching out can help save lives. https://t.co/htfbU8I2Xq

[Bark @barktechco]

Talking with your kid about suicide and equipping them to have these conversations with their peers could help save a friend’s life — or even their own. 💛

Here are some tips to help you get the conversation started.👇#SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth

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[Tennessee Bureau of Investigation @TBInvestigation]

Have you seen this woman or vehicle?

Eliza Fletcher was abducted this morning in midtown Memphis while running.

She was forced into a vehicle. There is no known direction of travel.

Tips? Call @MEM_PoliceDept at 901-528-2274 or 901-545-2677, or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND. 1/3

[ChildRescueCoalition @ChildRescueCo]

Before you post #backtoschool photos, check out these tips to keep your kids safe! Get more tips for taking safe photos on our blog. https://t.co/e645cTvfRs

[Lex Fridman @lexfridman]

I try to assume the best intention in the actions of others. The internet too often seems to want to do the opposite. I think the former is way better than the latter if your goal is to be productive, gain understanding, solve problems, and find happiness in this life.

[Titania Jordan @titaniajordan]

We send, on average, 85 severe self-harm or imminent suicidal alerts each DAY.

So grateful for @barktechco 🙏

#parenting #grateful #socialmedia #suicideprevention #mentalhealth

[National Center for Missing & Exploited Children @NCMEC]

'Sextortion' predators target 14- to 17-year-old boys

“They’re tricking these boys into sharing pictures of themselves on what they thought was a safe space, then threatening to leak the images unless the kid pays up.”

- NCMEC’s Lauren Coffren
https://t.co/fSjjOVeaZV

[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline @988Lifeline]

What happens when you call 988? We train counselors to collaborate with callers to find the least invasive, most relevant, and most effective care plan for their #crisis. Our crisis centers bring #mentalhealth care and safety planning to all. #988Lifeline

[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline @988Lifeline]

Today is a historical day for #suicideprevention & #mentalhealth in the U.S.! The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, can be more easily reached by calling or texting 988, or chatting on https://t.co/rRqUSHvtQd. #988Lifeline

[Inky Johnson @inkyjohnson]

Defining moments!

[Bark @barktechco]

Learning how to prevent cyberbullying starts with understanding what it looks like and where it’s happening.

Here’s how you can spot the signs and take specific steps to help keep your child safe! 👇#Parenting #OnlineSafety

https://t.co/wY1XAdijYq

[Matt Lisle @CoachLisle]

Parents. Coaches. Athletes. Please watch. #Family

[Chicago Cubs @Cubs]

A friendly face at the Confines.

@benzobrist18