Social Media and others like Gaming
Apps around the world give kids access to communicate and express their creativity. However this can be a problem though because this is where cyberbullying occurs. Sadly to say there are many free apps that allow people to post and chat anonymously. Parents might not be aware what apps there child is using and what is happening on their phone. Kids are good at hiding things especially if they are being cyberbullied. There are many apps out there that make it easier for kids so they have access to adult or harmful contact. Settings within privacy make it more vulnerable for kids to be cyberbullied or stalked.
Popular Social Media Sites and Apps.
- Askfm: Often anonymously kids can ask questions of others on this social network site
- Chatroulette: There is over 20 chatroulette sites available. They pare people randomly and instantly.
- Discord: This app lets people video chat with others. This can happen in chat rooms and private messages.
- Facebook/Facebook Live: Most accessible social media site.
- Instagram: Connects users from other social media sites to post videos and pictures.
- Kik: App to be able to chat anonysmouly.
- Line: A app that lets users make free phone calls, leave messages, and text. On a timer users can delete all.
- Reddit: Stores media, social news, and evaluates content.
- Sarahah: Messaging app that is anonymous. This allows users to message others they might already know.
- Snapchat: Messaging app that allows users to send pictures.
- Telegram: Using a timer users are allowed to share videos, make calls, and files.
- Tumblr: Allows to post short blogs and media.
- Twitter: A micro-blogging site.
- WeChat: Allows users to chat with friends and search for people nearby.
- WhatsApp: A private messaging app.
- Youtube: A sharing platform for videos.
Sources:
“Kids on Social Media and Gaming.” StopBullying.gov, Department of Health and Human Services, www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/kids-on-social-media-and-gaming/index.html.
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