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Grooming: The Trap of Trust – Regulation, Prevention and Parental Awareness

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2025-10-30
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dr. Kovács-Szépvölgyi, E., & Cs. Kiss , Z. (2025). Grooming: The Trap of Trust – Regulation, Prevention and Parental Awareness. Pro Futuro, 15(1). https://doi.org/10.26521/profuturo/2025/1/15703
Abstract

Among the contact risks present in the digital environment, the phenomenon of grooming affecting children is becoming increasingly prevalent. The concept is not uniformly defined: scientific discourse distinguishes between narrower and broader interpretations, depending on whether the purpose of grooming is solely sexual abuse or other types of manipulation. International law and European Union legal frameworks aimed at protecting children are increasingly addressing this issue, which has also appeared in national criminal law regulation. In addition to criminalization, prevention deserves particular attention, where the awareness of adults raising children plays a crucial role. Based on empirical research findings, the study identifies areas where the development of parents’ and caregivers’ knowledge is essential for prevention.