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Online Grooming

Grooming happens when someone builds trust with a young person to exploit or harm them. This article explains the warning signs, the emotional impact, and safe steps to protect yourself and seek support.

22 Oct 2025
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A person I barely know keeps commenting on my posts and complimenting me through direct messages. I feel creeped out, what should I do?

I met some friends through an online interest group. One of them started to give me a lot of attention and shower me with gifts. What should I do?

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