February 28 2024- Clinical psychologist Emma Woodward emphasizes that turning children into stars and posting about them on social media can be a form of exploitation, as kids lack the understanding and legal capacity to consent. Dr. Woodward expresses concern about strained parent-child relationships as these girls age and comprehend the implications of their online presence. Some parents attempt to remove inappropriate followers, but Instagram’s enforcement of safety guidelines may be insufficient. Despite potential dangers, some parents admit to seeking followers for their child’s modeling career or to receive freebies from brands. Psychologist Jessica Janze is troubled that parents are disregarding important boundaries on Instagram, undermining their role in teaching kids about safety. The risk of online harassment and sex trafficking is highlighted, as children learn from their parents that negative comments on the internet can be ignored.
https://childmind.org/blog/response-to-girl-influencers-managed-by-moms/
