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Severity Levels

When a conversation is flagged, it's assigned a severity level. Here's what each level means and how you should respond.

Levels at a glance

LevelColorMeaningSuggested action
NoneNo concerns detectedNo action needed
LowBlueMildly concerning or worth notingReview at your convenience
MediumYellowModerately concerning contentReview soon, consider a conversation
HighOrangeSignificantly concerningReview immediately, talk to your child
CriticalRedSerious safety concernAct immediately

None

The conversation was analyzed and no safety concerns were found. This is the most common result. These conversations won't generate alerts.

Low

Something was mildly notable but likely not a problem. Examples:

  • A child asking about a sensitive historical event
  • Mild frustration expressed in a prompt
  • General curiosity about mature topics at an age-appropriate level

What to do: Review when you have time. Often no action is needed.

Medium

Content that warrants attention. Examples:

  • Questions about drugs or alcohol
  • Discussions about peer pressure or social conflicts
  • Age-inappropriate content requests that the AI handled responsibly

What to do: Review the full conversation. Consider bringing it up naturally in conversation with your child.

High

Significantly concerning content. Examples:

  • Expressions of persistent sadness or hopelessness
  • Detailed questions about dangerous activities
  • Conversations about being bullied or bullying others
  • Requests for harmful content that the AI may have partially addressed

What to do: Review immediately. Have a direct but calm conversation with your child. Consider whether professional support might be helpful.

Critical

Serious safety concerns requiring immediate attention. Examples:

  • Direct expressions of suicidal thoughts or self-harm intent
  • Explicit threats of violence
  • Evidence of abuse or exploitation
  • Sharing personal information with AI in a dangerous context

What to do: Act immediately. Talk to your child. If there's an immediate safety concern, contact appropriate emergency services or professionals.

If your child is in immediate danger

Call 911 or your local emergency services. For suicide/self-harm concerns, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988).