Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media
Abstract Background The term “sharenting”, defining the practice of sharing children’s photos on social media, has become widespread globally. This phenomenon introduces new risks for children, often overlooked by parents lacking experience or caution in protecting their children from potential harm...
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| description | Abstract Background The term “sharenting”, defining the practice of sharing children’s photos on social media, has become widespread globally. This phenomenon introduces new risks for children, often overlooked by parents lacking experience or caution in protecting their children from potential harms. Main body Parents share multimedia contents with positive intentions, but the lack of immediate risk perception prevails. An Italian study revealed that a significant percentage of parents (68%) frequently share their children’s photos on social platforms, often without considering potential risks. Pediatricians play a crucial role in raising awareness among parents regarding the dangers associated with online sharing and must empower families with defensive strategies to safeguard children’s privacy. Conclusions The commentary emphasizes the need for increased parental assistance in comprehending the risks of sharenting and using social media prudently. Pediatricians are pivotal in guiding parents, striking a balance between the natural urge to share children’s progress and an awareness of associated risks. Immediate action by scientific societies involves training and informing parents through various digital and print resources. A concrete regulation of this phenomenon is needed to protect children’s rights, but prioritizing digital awareness and education seems pivotal in mitigating sharenting-related risks. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-74f69d16055540ae8356ab0bc1c7c8b22024-03-05T16:36:46ZengBMCItalian Journal of Pediatrics1824-72882024-01-015011410.1186/s13052-024-01584-2Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social mediaAntonio Gatto0Antonio Corsello1Pietro Ferrara2Institute of Pediatrics, Catholic UniversityDepartment of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, University of MilanDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, Università Campus Bio-MedicoAbstract Background The term “sharenting”, defining the practice of sharing children’s photos on social media, has become widespread globally. This phenomenon introduces new risks for children, often overlooked by parents lacking experience or caution in protecting their children from potential harms. Main body Parents share multimedia contents with positive intentions, but the lack of immediate risk perception prevails. An Italian study revealed that a significant percentage of parents (68%) frequently share their children’s photos on social platforms, often without considering potential risks. Pediatricians play a crucial role in raising awareness among parents regarding the dangers associated with online sharing and must empower families with defensive strategies to safeguard children’s privacy. Conclusions The commentary emphasizes the need for increased parental assistance in comprehending the risks of sharenting and using social media prudently. Pediatricians are pivotal in guiding parents, striking a balance between the natural urge to share children’s progress and an awareness of associated risks. Immediate action by scientific societies involves training and informing parents through various digital and print resources. A concrete regulation of this phenomenon is needed to protect children’s rights, but prioritizing digital awareness and education seems pivotal in mitigating sharenting-related risks.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13052-024-01584-2SharentingParental managementChildren’s rightsMultimediaEducationDigital awareness |
| spellingShingle | Antonio Gatto Antonio Corsello Pietro Ferrara Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media Italian Journal of Pediatrics Sharenting Parental management Children’s rights Multimedia Education Digital awareness |
| title | Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| title_full | Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| title_fullStr | Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| title_full_unstemmed | Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| title_short | Sharenting: hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend– suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| title_sort | sharenting hidden pitfalls of a new increasing trend suggestions on an appropriate use of social media |
| topic | Sharenting Parental management Children’s rights Multimedia Education Digital awareness |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13052-024-01584-2 |
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