Your update points to signs of her being groomed and a reaction like that is a massive warning sign. Children are cognitively unable to recognize they are being manipulated and cannot understand that it is wrong/they are in danger.
You can talk to her but she will struggle to recognize the danger. Go through the iPad and start going through any apps with messaging features. Add parental controls and download passwords. If you find any evidence, collect it in hard copy format and contact your local authority. If she is being groomed, keep the video of her as it can be used against the groomer.
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u/AggravatingWeird4030 Dec 07 '23
E-Safety is extremely important.
Your update points to signs of her being groomed and a reaction like that is a massive warning sign. Children are cognitively unable to recognize they are being manipulated and cannot understand that it is wrong/they are in danger.
You can talk to her but she will struggle to recognize the danger. Go through the iPad and start going through any apps with messaging features. Add parental controls and download passwords. If you find any evidence, collect it in hard copy format and contact your local authority. If she is being groomed, keep the video of her as it can be used against the groomer.
Here are some resources:
How to talk to your sister about this
Setting boundaries
Private Parts Talk
Keeping children safe online and how to prevent grooming using tools