Sexting involves sending sexually explicit messages, photos, or videos digitally. While sometimes intended only for the recipient, these images can easily be shared more widely, which for teens can have legal and social consequences like bullying or charges of child pornography distribution. Some reasons teens engage in sexting include flirting, seeking attention or as a dare, though once shared the content's distribution cannot be controlled. The document provides tips to avoid sharing private content or interacting with unknown people online to help reduce these risks.