As parents navigating the digital age, staying informed and understanding the meaning behind the internet slang our children use can be a daunting task. Yet, knowledge is power. In this post, we’ll be discussing the term ‘Molly’, popular amongst teens, and why it is alarming.
Molly Slang Meaning
The term 'Molly' in teen internet slang generally refers to the pure, crystalline form of MDMA, a popular and dangerous party drug. Technically, Molly—derived from the word 'molecular'—refers to the substance in its highest purity form.
Slang Use Cases & Alternate Examples
Normally associated with the party and rave cultures, Molly is often dangerously adulterated by dealers and has sadly been at the forefront of youth overdoses. Here are some hypothetical examples to help you recognize if your child uses the term in conversation:
- “Can’t wait to hang with Molly this weekend!”
An innocent statement at first glance, implying an event involving Molly.
- “Hey, can we score some Molly tonight?”
A direct appeal for the drug.
- “Liam was rolling with Molly last night.”
‘Rolling’ is another slang for using Molly.
- “What’s your thing these days?”
- “It’s Molly for me, all the way.”
An affirmation of using Molly.
Talking About Molly Slang with Your Child
Discovering the use of drug-related slang like ‘Molly’ in your child’s conversations can be jarring but it’s important to discuss it openly. Here are pointers:
- Maintain unity as parents and stand against drug use.
- If accused of hypocrisy, explain your experiences and why you want to protect them.
- Keep evidence of their possible drug use but be prepared for denial.
- Remain calm yet firm even if they react with anger, emphasizing your love and responsibility towards them.
- Discuss the influence of genetics if there’s a history of addiction in your family.
Stay Ahead with Parentaler's Slang Alert Feature
Keeping up with the latest slang in online communication can be challenging, especially for parents. That's why we've introduced Slang Alert in our Parentaler app – a tool to help you stay aware. With it, customize keywords, receive real-time warnings, and gain contextual understanding. Parentaler's Slang Alert feature sends alerts to parents' phones when their child uses specific monitored slang words.Parenting in a connected world can feel like sailing unknown waters, but with Parentaler, you'll be ahead. Don’t just monitor – understand and participate. Utilize Slang Alert and become the proactive parent your child desires. Join the conversation and enhance your digital parenting with Parentaler.