So Stupid

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Common Sense Media says

Microblogging site lets you get stuff off your chest.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that So Stupid is a social networking and mircoblogging site where people talk about what they find stupid in media, politics, or pop culture. So Stupid allows people to make posts on any subject, but monitors the content that is posted and the language used. The service allows its users to post short paragraphs up to 350 characters. Posts appear within a few minutes after they are created, and the poster decides whether other users can comment on his or her posts. Users can vote on whether they agree or disagree with other users' comments.

  • Positive messages3
    Although the kick-off phrase is "that's so stupid...," it gives teens an opportunity to voice their opinions about things they find disagreeable. 
  • Violence0
    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    The site monitors the content that is posted and the language used.
  • Consumerism4
    Wide array of border marketing ranges from travel flights and make-up to t-shirts and health insurance.  
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking1
    There are political posts about the legalization of marijuana.
  • Privacy & safety3
    You do not need to register to view the site, but you must register to post. Kids must be at least 13 years old to create a profile, and registered users have the option to upload a photo. Content shared for others to view are the user's first name and location. There are links to other sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google Buzz.
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Is it any good?

 

So Stupid is a fun site that encourages freedom of speech. The world is filled with ridiculousness involving pop culture and politics, and complaining is not often encouraged; however, sometimes people just need to rant. So Stupid allows the opportunity to unleash without using hateful or harmful language. Also, most of the posts are politically charged, encouraging discussion on important issues.    

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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about the importance of Internet safety. What is acceptable to share on the Internet and what is not?

  • Families can also talk about how even though posts on this site talk about things that are "stupid," it is still possible to be constructive and use good manners with other posters.

This review was written by Karen Wirsing
Teen, 14 years old
July 27, 2011
AGE
13
 
Good for anger management
I luv this site!!! I write anything I want to without getting all mad and i think its a great way for anger management.U cannot swear on this site and u can choose whether or not other people can comment on ur post.
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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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