 TITLE: 8 Common Threats to Kids on Social Media CONTENT: ### 8\\. Exposure to Targeted Ads and Marketing\nMore time stuck on the app means more time exposed to advertising that targets users with highly personalized marketing. Young kids have a harder time distinguishing advertisements from entertainment, which makes them more susceptible to laser-focused advertising efforts. If this makes you uncomfortable, there's bad news: You cannot fully prevent your children from being exposed to this kind of advertising on social media. You may not even know it's happening to you or your children. You can lessen exposure by customizing ad preferences, turning on privacy options and downloading opt-out add-ons. END