 TITLE: 8 Common Threats to Kids on Social Media CONTENT: ### 2\\. Identity Theft Schemes and Scams\nScammers and fraudsters also lurk on social media, and a simple friend request or follow request can be all they need to connect with your kids. Most adults have enough experience with scammers, robocalls and phishing emails to know not to dole out their Social Security numbers or click suspicious links. However, thousands of minors encounter scams like identity theft annually, often stemming from social media. You can check up on your child's security with a credit report check for a minor to confirm their information is not compromised and teach them the importance of keeping their personal information private. END