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Cyberbullying Tops Europeans' Fears for Children on Social Media, Survey Finds

From Dnevnik · () Bulgarian

Translated from Bulgarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Europeans' biggest concern regarding children and social media is cyberbullying and humiliation, cited by 71% of respondents in a recent Eurobarometer poll.
  • The data, published at the end of last month, highlights significant anxieties about the online environment for young people.
  • The findings underscore the widespread worry among Europeans about the potential negative impacts of social media on children.

Cyberbullying and humiliation on social media represent the most significant fears for children, according to a recent Eurobarometer survey. The poll found that 71% of respondents across Europe identified these online dangers as their primary concern.

The findings, released late last month, reveal a deep-seated anxiety among Europeans regarding the safety and well-being of young people in the digital space. The prevalence of cyberbullying and online humiliation highlights the challenges parents and guardians face in protecting children from the negative aspects of social media.

The survey results underscore the urgent need for greater awareness, education, and protective measures to address the risks associated with children's use of social media platforms. The widespread concern indicates a societal imperative to create a safer online environment for the younger generation.

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Originally published by Dnevnik in Bulgarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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