I have a 14 year old who's face is always in his phone, and no matter how much I read to talk to other parents I usually feel like I'm ten steps behind understanding what's going on in his social world. Experts advise that you stay updated with text terms via sites like NetLingo. I usually use urban dictationary.
USA Today broke down the big ones you should be aware of:
- 53X = sneaky way to type "sex"
- KMS = kill myself
- LH6 = let’s have sex
- CD9 = code 9, parents around
- GNOC = get naked on camera.
- WTTP = want to trade photos?
- LMIRL = let’s meet in real life
- IWSN = I want sex now
- PAL= parents are listening
- TWD = texting while driving
- GYPO = get your pants off