PSA - Think Before You Post

I decided to change direction with my PSA.  Too many kids seem to find the anonymity of the internet tempting, and they end up posting hurtful and mean comments or material without even realizing it.  My PSA addresses some statistics about cyberbullying, and then provides information to avoid the behavior and resources for students to explore.  I chose to use dramatic music and a news cast style of video to highlight the importance of the topic.

PSA Topic

For the upcoming PSA assignment, I have chosen the topic of posting inappropriate material on the internet.  This is a subject that can effect anyone, but in particular it is important for young people to understand the risks they are taking when they publish questionable material in the internet.  

According to the website gaurdchild.com:

• Female teens are far more likely than male teens to post personal photos or videos of themselves online. 

• 22% of teenage girls say they posted nude or semi-nude photos or videos of themselves online 

According to a different article on CNET.com:

• Study shows that companies have rejected 1 in 10 people between ages 16 and 34 because of something the person shared on social media.

My audience will be teens and young adults, including young college students.  I feel this topic is universal, but that it is important to hone in on a specific group.