A Study on Youth Awareness of Crime in Social Media

The quick development of digital technology has altered how people communicate, interact, and gain information; social media platforms are now an essential aspect of everyday life, particularly for young people. Despite all of its benefits, social media has also led to the emergence of new criminal activity that puts users especially young people at considerable risk. Investigating teenage awareness of several social media crimes, such as identity theft, online financial fraud, cyberbullying, and disinformation, is the goal of this study. Additionally, the study will look at how young people protect themselves online, how aware they are about laws and reporting procedures, and what sources of information they use to learn about crimes. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights into effectiveness of current awareness programs and highlights areas that require improvement. By promoting digital safety and increasing awareness about cyber threats, this research aims to contribute to the development of a safer virtual environment for all users, particularly youth, and inform recommendations for improving cyber security education, reporting mechanisms and overall awareness of social media crimes.