Effectively Monitoring Technology Use of Autistic Teens Struggling With Sexually Inappropriate Behavior

In our modern world, technology has become an integral part of our everyday lives. As parents, it is essential for us to actively oversee our children's use of technology, the internet, gaming, and social media. This responsibility becomes even more important when raising a teenager who is facing challenges with autism and hypersexuality.

In this podcast episode, therapist Tiffany Herlin, a licensed clinical social worker, talks with Matthew Child, LMFT, a therapist at Oxbow Academy about:

• the importance of setting clear rules and consequences around technology usage, given its potential to expose teens to sexually inappropriate content.
• the benefits of restricting technology use to public or family areas, which can help mitigate the urge among teenagers with autism to view sexually inappropriate content.
• effective strategies for managing technology use among teenagers with autism and hypersexuality. These strategies include using parental controls, monitoring social media accounts, and limiting screen time. Additionally, parents and caregivers should consider using internet filters, safety software, and privacy settings to further safeguard their teen's online activities.
• educating teens about online safety and frequently monitoring their gaming activity. By doing so, they help maintain their safety from any sexually inappropriate content.

By implementing these measures, parents can help decrease their teen's exposure to sexually inappropriate content and promote a safer and healthier relationship with technology.

If your teenage son has autism and struggles with sexually inappropriate behavior, please give us a call at 855-676-4272 or visit OxbowAcademy.net to see how we can help your family.