Peer on Peer Grooming: A Growing Threat

The episode delves into the under-discussed issue of peer-on-peer grooming, emphasizing the need for grooming literacy to help children recognize and resist peer influence. It covers the 4F formula for recognizing grooming tactics, high-risk peer ecosystems, teaching grooming literacy at different developmental stages, real-life testimony, and a framework for intervention, as well as empowering children with grooming literacy.

Takeaways

• Peer-on-peer grooming is a significant and under-discussed issue in child protection.
• Teaching grooming literacy is essential for children to recognize and resist peer influence.