Go on the I.I.N. chatroom. The people there are... compassionate.

Stay the fuck off chatrooms especially if you are female. I know what your dad is on about as im a dad myself. Listen to him as there are to many deviates looking for young people to prey upon and they arnt after friendship. Be REAL careful of who you speak to. Even better stay away from chat sites. Remember, dad knows what hes on about.

There is no way of verifying who you are speaking to in a chat room. Many people portray themselves to be things they are not, such as misleading others about age, occupation, gender, appearances, etc. etc.

Many people in chat rooms are predators with dastardly intentions and many are also law enforcement employees looking to trap people and prosecute them regarding "alleged intentions".

I like to view chat rooms with caution and as entertainment only, never as a means to meet anyone. It is similar to picking up a hitchhiker while driving. You never quite know who you are dealing with, sometimes not until it is too late and it becomes irreversible.

At age 13, I suggest you avoid chat rooms. Just my opinion, I agree with your father.

Everyone is feeling safe to talk in the chatroom because we don't know each other in real life. We don't see them or meet them in real person. It's easy way for you to talk to them. I think you are old enough to know who is good to you and not tell you to do bad things.

I would say that 99% of people on chat rooms are just real people. This whole 'predator' thing that you hear about all the time in the media is highly exaggerated. Just be careful how much info you give to these people and you will be fine. Your 'chatzy' friends seem like good enough people to me.

Thanks for the help everyone.

It is normal to feel that sense of security, because you don't have to worry about the people in the chatroom freaking out at you because they don't know who you are.

go to myspace...they're all gay

go to chatzy...there all queer

go to the IIN chat...we're way fucking better!

Dude... you gotta be careful. Who knows if that chat room's people is safe or not, you still should be careful. Don't ever add people on msn that who you don't know. Dude íf I were your dad and find out about this chat room, I will slap you and ground you. Yeah, fido is 100% right and same your dad!

Yes, it normal...

Yeah, most people find it easier to say whatever they want to somebody when it's not face-to-face. You know, they do have phone-counselors that you can talk to about your problems without having to talk to face-to-face. But, I know this sounds difficult, you should probably try talking to your parents, they most likely won't criticize you for your feelings and have probably been there themselves.

Internet predators are definately a huge problem these days if you've ever seen "How to catch a predator" on Dateline. They are sickos, one guy brought ductape and rope when meeting a "13 year old girl". Your father was upset because he probably realizes the huge problem with internet predators, he's protecting you, something any good father would do, so don't be upset, you should feel loved. Like I said, try talking to your mom, she'll feel good also knowing that you confide in her, ask her not to tell anyone. Or your dad, if you feel more comfortable, they can sometimes be more descreet when it comes to those sorta things.

not even going on the internet is safe anymore

Just don't meet them, and don't give out you address/phone number/stuff like that. Though, I could assure your protection if you gave me your D.O.B., and social security number.




(I'm joking, don't do that. I could use a free credit card though, if your feeling generous...)

This is such a joke. Its a fucking chat room. Like that kid said a few posts above me, 99% of the people on the net are just regular people. This super-duper predator thing is just a bunch of shit pumped by the media. Sure, you find your freaks geeks and weirdos now and then, but your dad is a douche if hes ''Flipping out'' about a....I'm guessing your from about 13-16 years of age? Girl talking on a chat room. Chat is chat, a red flag is when somone asks you what your street address is and if your into satanic sex. Lol.

I don't feel safe in chatrooms, or even talking on aim to people i don't know. It makes me feel insecure and paranoid and afraid someone's gonna rape me or something. And it's normal to feel this way i guess.

You need a therapist and a sharp blow to your head.