Hello Reader,

Kids’ slang can sound silly—but sometimes it points to something serious.

🍹Summer Sip:
​You may hear kids or teens using the slang term “gooning.” Online, it commonly refers to excessive consumption of sexual content paired with compulsive masturbation.

Offline, kids may use the word casually, jokingly, or even as a sexual insult—often without fully understanding what it means.

Because slang spreads quickly, especially through memes, chats, gaming spaces, and social media, children may repeat a term long before they understand the behavior or context behind it.

✅ Summer Tip:
​If you hear the word, don’t panic or shame your child. Treat it as a conversation cue. Try saying:

“I heard the word [slang term] recently, and I’m wondering what kids think it means. Have you heard anyone use it?

“Sometimes kids repeat slang because it sounds funny, but they may not know what it really means. It’s important to understand a word before you use it, because some words can hurt people—or make others think you mean something you don’t. I’d like to help you understand slang terms, so come to me and ask and we’ll figure it out together.”

This gives your child a safe opening to talk, ask questions, or admit confusion.

Slang doesn’t have to become a secret when parents stay calm, curious, and connected.

You CAN DO this—one small conversation at a time.

Warmly,
​
Kristen

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The Good Pictures Bad Pictures books are excellent resources for helping parents start age-appropriate conversations with their children about pornography. Having these important discussions early can help protect children from confusion, shame, and future trauma while building trust and open communication.