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Parents' Sharenting Behaviours: A Systematic Review of Motivations, Attitudes, Perceptions, and Impression Management
Saeid Motevalli1, Rogayah A Razak2, Richard Peter Bailey2
1Psychology, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, 56000, Malaysia.
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|August 14, 2025
Summary
Parental sharenting, driven by social validation and image management, often overlooks children's privacy and consent. This practice raises ethical concerns about a child's digital identity and autonomy.
Area of Science:
- Digital Sociology
- Child Psychology
- Media Studies
Background:
- Sharenting, the act of parents sharing children's information online, is increasingly prevalent globally.
- Understanding parental motivations and perceptions is crucial for addressing the ethical implications of online child sharing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the influence of motivations, perceptions, attitudes, and impression management on parental sharenting behaviors.
- To explore the ethical considerations and potential impact on children's digital identity and autonomy.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review of empirical studies published between 2019 and 2024.
- Data extraction focused on study characteristics, demographics, objectives, and findings related to parental sharenting.
Main Results:
- Parental sharenting is motivated by intrinsic desires, social validation, and impression management, aiming to enhance social image.
- While parents prioritize perceived benefits, children often object to sharing without consent, highlighting privacy concerns.
- Ethical questions arise regarding children's autonomy, privacy, and digital self-representation.
Conclusions:
- Parental sharenting, driven by emotional satisfaction and social validation, frequently disregards privacy risks and ethical considerations.
- These practices can compromise children's autonomy, privacy, and digital identity, potentially conflicting with their rights.
- Reconciling parental intentions with the need to protect children's digital futures and well-being is essential.
Keywords:
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