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Experts Say The 'Yes You Can' TikTok Trend Can Lead to Grooming— What Parents N…
The 'Yes You Can' trend has morphed into digital grooming disguised as girl empowerment. Young girls are being encouraged to date people twice their …
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TikTok's "Yes, You Can" Trend: A Wake-Up Call for Parents
A new trend on TikTok, known as the "Yes, you can" trend, is causing concern among parents. The trend, which appears to empower young girls, is actually encouraging risky behaviors, according to a viral TikTok video. The video, posted by ✨Jill ✨ (@gracefullgrit), highlights examples of teens using the trend to justify sneaking out to meet older men and engaging in other dangerous activities. "This isn't a warning, it's a wake-up call," states the author in the video. The video has amassed hundreds of thousands of views and thousands of likes, indicating the widespread concern surrounding the trend. Experts warn that this trend normalizes risky behavior and could have serious consequences for young people. Parents are urged to monitor their children's online activity and talk to them about online safety. The swift spread of this video underscores the need for increased awareness and proactive measures to protect children online.
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Why the ‘Yes You Can’ TikTok Trend Has Parents of Tween & Teen Girls Sounding t…
This is NOT a message of empowerment.
