think.mtv (http://think.mtv.com)
common sense media says
Safe, smart, socially conscious networking site.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this social networking site with a conscience has made a big effort to be safe and most interaction seems respectful and positive. Users must be 14 or older to register (using their real birth dates). Profiles can be created by individuals or 501c3 non-profits, government agencies, and schools. Users can report bad language or other abuses, but it's possible to post comments with swear words. Profile photos get screened before they appear on the site.
Educational value:
The site teaches teens about issues that affect the world.
Violence:
Users come across news items about rape, school shootings, and domestic abuse. Discussion topics are marked with symbols to denote the content (a gun denotes violence) and if clicked, urges teens to get involved in the issue.
Sex:
One of the site topic areas is called "Relationships & Sex"; however, even many emotionally charged topics like abortion feature carefully worded, constructive debates.
Language:
Users are encouraged to flag inappropriate posts, but posts containing swear words go live instantly.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
When mentioned, the substances are discouraged.
Privacy & safety:
Users can customize their privacy levels to let all users see their profile, or only allow Think members, or specific members to view it.
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caseylovesyouh
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
Great for teens, even the younger ones.
This is a great site for teens, it will give them good messages. help them through life. I think you should be 13, not 14. because these issues that they talk about can start young, like 13. so kids should learn about it at 13 anyway since they are a teen now.
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