Shalinging: When parents show their children - a risk!
Shalinging: When parents show their children - a risk!
Ostalbkreis, Deutschland - The term "shareding" combines the English words "sharing" (sharing) and "parenting" and describes the phenomenon in which parents share pictures and videos of their children on social networks. As the Schwäbische Post reports that 86 percent of the parents regularly post photos or videos of their children. However, many are concerned about the long-term consequences of this online presence.
In a survey by Deutsche Telekom from 2023, 65 percent of the parents stated that they were unsure about the use of this content. The risks of the shareding are varied: bullying, cyber grooming, identity theft and even abuse by third parties are among the greatest dangers. Influencer Lena Jensen emphasizes that parents should be aware of the risks, even if the published images are not pornographic. Children have a right to privacy, and this could be endangered by uncontrolled presence on the net.
The legal aspects of the shareding
An important problem is also the legal framework. According to an analysis by the German Children's Aid plant, many parents are not aware of the data protection implications. Photos and videos of children are considered personal data, the publication of which requires the child's consent, but this can only be given from the age of 16. The Website Dr. Data protection emphasizes that parents have to respect their children's personal rights. In addition, the “budget exception” of the GDPR is not applicable if data is uploaded to social networks.
The search for a balance between sharing experiences and the protection of children is a challenge for many parents. Media educator Iren Schulz recommends setting clear limits and including children in decisions regarding the publication of their pictures. She encourages parents to ask children to ask permission before pictures are shared and advises to select photos in such a way that the child is not directly recognizable. This includes making the face unrecognizable or only showing details such as hands or feet.
The influence on the children
Social media are now an integral part of everyday family life. A study by the German Children's Aid works examines families with children aged 6 to 15 and shows that communication is often carried out via WhatsApp and Facebook. Nevertheless, there is a risk that children suffer from the pressure of online presence, such as Cam Barrett, a child of a "Momfluencer". He advocates enabling children to control their digital space.
Against this background, it is important that parents are aware of the dangers. The Reporting of ZDF today underlines that adults should act as role models and not persuade children to posts. A responsible handling of digital content can not only promote the well -being of the children, but also help them to set healthy limits.- Tips for the safe post of child pictures:
- get the permission of the children.
- make faces unrecognizable.
- avoid embarrassing situations.
- don't reveal any private details.
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