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In this episode of TRIBE Talk, we explore the growing intersection between online risk and childhood trauma, and why some children are more vulnerable in digital spaces than others. While the online world offers connection and opportunity, it also presents real risks particularly for children whose past experiences may impact their decision-making, boundaries, and need for connection.

Using a trauma-informed lens, we unpack how trauma can influence online behaviour, including risk-taking, seeking validation, and difficulty recognising danger. This episode provides parents with a clear, practical understanding of what sits beneath online risk and how to respond in ways that prioritise safety, connection, and long-term skill development rather than fear or restriction alone.

Here is the link to TRIBE Trauma Informed Care which we mention in the podcast: https://www.tribecare.org/tribe-training

Episode Highlights:

• Why children with trauma histories may be more vulnerable online
• The link between trauma, attachment, and online behaviour
• Understanding risk-taking, validation-seeking, and boundaries
• Common online risks facing children and teenagers today
• How to talk to your child about online safety without increasing fear
• Practical, trauma-informed strategies to reduce risk
• Building trust, communication, and safer online habits over time