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This new game is not funny! It’s dangerous and will end in disaster!

אילנה כהנא, הדרכת הורים | אימון אישי
5 days ago

Among all the videos circulating on social media, on YouTube, WhatsApp, Facebook, and of course TikTok—the content world of children and teenagers—I came across this video. The thing about these videos is that, on the screen, it looks funny, like a harmless prank. Something you can use to trick that one gullible friend who always believes everything...


There are so many messages we can convey and discuss with our children.


So, it’s possible that you’re not there... in those worlds they’re exposed to. And you don’t always know all the content, games, or little jokes. And let’s not forget that we were kids once too.


Today, we are the parents—that’s our role. I’m bringing these videos to you with a request. Don’t leave this post silent. Show the video to your children and share it in all the parent groups.



Before you start lecturing them, stop!


First, ask:

- Have you seen the video?

- Where did you see it?

- Have you seen kids playing this game?

- What do you think about it?

- Are there other videos of dangerous games like this?


Their answers will give you a moment to enter their world, to understand their insights. You might discover that they immediately bring up the danger, or they might tell you how funny it is. Once you understand the direction they’re leaning toward, you can add your insights and guidance.


Explain what could happen to the victim and, in the case of severe harm, the price the perpetrators might pay. And yes—it’s important to clarify that what seems like a momentary prank, something that makes everyone laugh and garners many likes on social media, could end with one teen in a wheelchair and the perpetrators in a juvenile detention center.



Am I exaggerating? Extreme? Does it seem that way to you???


Imagine receiving that phone call from school or the hospital. Funny???? I didn’t think so.


Attaching a link to an article following the TikTok challenge: A 15-year-old was hospitalized with a head injury and seizures.


About a week and a half ago, a 15-year-old boy arrived at Shaare Zedek Medical Center after performing a TikTok challenge that involved falling backward. The boy, who was discharged from the hospital, suffered a severe head injury and seizures. Doctors warn: "The challenge can cause disability."


So before we even go that far, let’s understand that it’s not far-fetched. These games circulating on the internet spread faster than any coronavirus, and no mask will protect us.


So what’s our conclusion? Tonight, when you meet your kids, show them the video. Talk to them about the dangers.


We can stop this "virus"!


The responsibility is ours.


The article tonight on Channel 13 News:

**Dangers on the TikTok App**



Ilana Cahana - Responsible Parenting - Parenting Consultation and Guidance


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