Recognizing Grooming Early | Protecting Kids in a Digital World (Part 3) | The Movement EP17
In Part 3 of this series, Dottie Laster walks parents and caregivers through what to do when you believe a child is being targeted. From setting internal controls and identifying trusted adults, to documenting evidence and knowing when to involve law enforcement, this episode focuses on action. Dottie explains how grooming damages a child long before they ever leave home, why guilt and secrecy keep kids silent, and how families can safely interrupt manipulation without making the situation worse. She also addresses warning signs like sudden behavior changes, academic decline, self harm, and withdrawal, and why these signals should never be ignored. This episode reminds us that protecting kids requires community, clarity, and the courage to act early.