Qualitative analysis identifies communication gaps and safety feature discrepancies in press releases from social media platforms regarding youth online safety.
Key Points
This research aims to examine how social media platforms address youth online safety and identify communication gaps.
Analyzed N=352 press releases and safety-related blogs from 2019 to 2024.
Focused on four platforms popular among youth: YouTube, TikTok, Meta, and Snapchat.
Employed both inductive and deductive qualitative approaches to develop frameworks.
Identified seven problem areas where risks arise in youth online safety.
Found uneven emphasis in communications, with a focus on Content Exposure and Interpersonal Communication.
Highlighted discrepancies in the implementation of safety features and lack of clarity in explanations.