Sex, safety, and growing up online
Let’s face it, when talking to kids about sex, the traditional birds and bees discussion just doesn’t cut it today. We help parents, kids and mental health professionals navigate behavior and sexuality in our digital and physical worlds by providing tools to help us grow up, together.
What we do
The digital birds and bees takes a look at online platforms and digital well-being to help mental health professionals, parents and kids understand the risks and benefits of sexual education on the internet.
Risks of the three “A”s anonymity, autonomy & accessibility
People can often feel a lack of restraint when communicating online in comparison to communicating in-person due to the lack of physical feedback. Disinhibition can lead to other behavior issues. Here are 10 questions to ask to find out if this risk may be a threat to your clients.
Mental Health Professionals
We have comprehensive solutions to foster awareness and change
Digital tour guide
Build trust by putting them in the driver seat with this inquiry based exercise.
Having the talk
It's going to be awkward, but we're going to all feel pretty good once it gets done.
Digital Journal
Identify seemingly unimportant decisions that can lead to high risk scenarios.
Digital dictionary
Learn about digital risky behavior, sex and more in this online dictionary.
Connect with
Dr. Rodrigues
Have questions about our resources or interested in having Dr. Rodrigues speak at your next event? We would love to hear from you.
Upcoming Events
Check here for our upcoming events and webinars
Colorado Preventing Targeted Violence (CO-PTV) Community Forum: Aurora
This event provides community members with information on targeted violence, the risk factors and drivers of targeted violence, how to report concerning behavior and resources for prevention. A panel of local and federal law enforcement representatives, behavior health experts and community organizations will discuss their work in the area of preventing targeted violence and field questions from members of the community
- 6-7:30pm
- June 29, 2023
- 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012 Aurora Municipal Ctr
- 1st floor in the Aurora Room
- 6-7:30pm