What is the online gore trend? How do I know if my teenager is a victim? Signs to watch out for
Parents should be aware of a disturbing internet trend targeting teenagers.
The gore trend, which has been compared to the 764 movement, has recently increased its online presence.
On March 31, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued a news release to warn guardians of the trend's dangers.
Here's what parents need to know.
Often perpetuated by teenagers themselves, the trend aims to generate online gore material through coercion and victimization of other teens. According to the news release, content includes but is not limited to "cutting, blood signs, child sexual abuse material, sextortion, bestiality, the torture or killing of animals, and documented suicide." Victims are encouraged to become the subject and victimize others through chat rooms and video games. Those who refuse are often threatened. Leaders of these trends also often encourage and execute attacks on others via bomb threats and swatting.
∎ Teens and pre-teens aged 11-17 who experience mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, or are part of the LGBT community.
∎ Spend an unusual amount of time online in a private space such as a bedroom (these activities usually take place on a desktop, laptop, or gaming computer).
∎ Refer to 'friends' by screen names only.
∎ Have any signs of cutting themselves (this can be done anywhere on the body). The cuts are used to make a 'blood-sign,' which is the writing of a message in blood, usually written in the bathroom/shower, then photographed.
∎ The harming of pets and animals (most specifically cats).
∎ Receive gifts, money, food deliveries, etc. from online or unknown relationships.
If you believe your child may be a victim of these crimes, immediately report it to local law enforcement or the Federal Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-CALL-FBI.
Nina Tran covers trending topics for The Greenville News. Reach her via email at ntran@gannett.com
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