1. “Tagged” Before tagging starts dragging you down, use these valuable pointers to ensure you don’t become a victim.

2.  Do’s  Make use of privacy settings on the various forms of social media

3.  Have a reasonable profile picture

4.  Be mindful of who you tag in photos  Share important news with friends or family first before posting it on social media

5. Break up with someone or have a public argument with someone on Social Media

6.  Post embarrassing/ suggestive/ explicit/ nude pictures of yourself or anyone else

7.  Post information that can be used against you  Post anything too personal on someone’s wall  Friend someone you don’t know in real life  Post anything which may hurt a friend’s relationship or career

8.  Bullying  Psychological Impact (depression etc)  Tarnished reputation

9.  Negative emotions – anger, hurt, frustration  Legal Implications – Child pornography, harassment, deformation of character

10.  Knowledge is power! Gain knowledge about privacy settings and how to use them.

11.  Accept invites from family members so that they can help monitor your social media involvement

12.  Think before you ink BUT think MOST before you POST! Don’t update statuses when angry or overly emotional – THINK OF THE CONSEQUENCES

13.  Report anything you feel uncomfortable with immediately!

14.  APPLY THE SAME COURTESY, RESPECT AND DECORUM YOU WOULD IN REAL LIFE