Child and Adolescent Online Risk Exposure

Child and Adolescent Online Risk Exposure: An Ecological Perspective focuses on online risks and outcomes for children and adolescents using an ecological perspective (i.e., the intersection of individuals in relevant contexts) for a better understanding of risks associated with the youth online experience. The book examines the specific consequences of online risks for youth and demonstrates how to develop effective and sensitive interventions and policies. Sections discuss why online risks are important, individual and contextual factors, different types of risk, online risks among special populations, such as LGBT youth, physically or intellectually disabled youth, and ethnic and religious minorities, and intervention efforts.Includes theoretical considerations and the prevalence of online risksCovers policy recommendations for reducing online risksExplores the concept of digital citizenshipExamines online risks, including addictive internet use, sexting, cyberbullying, stalking and personal data misuse