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Deepfake
Teen slang, explained for parents.
What it means
AI-generated images or videos that make it look like someone said or did something they never did. Increasingly used to create fake explicit images of real people, including classmates. Being used to bully and harass teens in schools right now.
How to bring it up with your kid
"Have you heard of deepfakes being used at school or with people you know? This is something I need you to take seriously. If someone makes a fake image of you or someone else, tell me immediately. It's not your fault and it's not a joke." This is an urgent conversation for every family.