This paper reports the findings from an open-ended survey question on online risks that concern nine- to 16-year-olds in Europe. The study was part of the EU Kids Online survey of more than 25,000 European children.
Children reported a range of risks that concern them on the internet, including pornography, cyberbullying and violent content. The authors argue that children's concerns about, and possible solutions to, online risks need to be taken into consideration in policy and research.
Research on online risks
There have been a number of studies (Livingstone et al, 2012; O'Neill et al, 2013; and Unicef, 2012) that examine the prevalence and risks of children's online activity. These have informed the public policy agenda and the development of tools for the empowerment and protection of children online.
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