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Title: Exploring Early Adolescents' Willingness to Disclose Personal Data to Online Video Platforms and Its Associated Factors
Language: English
Authors: Yumeng Zhu (ORCID 0000-0003-1632-9954), Ge Wang, Yan Li
Source: Journal of Early Adolescence. 2026 46(4):517-555.
Availability: SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 39
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
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Education Level: Junior High Schools
Middle Schools
Secondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Early Adolescents, Self Disclosure (Individuals), Computer Mediated Communication, Privacy, Student Characteristics, Grade Level Differences, Risk, Trust (Psychology), Video Technology, Internet, Middle School Students, Public Schools
Geographic Terms: China
DOI: 10.1177/02724316251334978
ISSN: 0272-4316
1552-5449
Abstract: Early adolescence is a critical period for habit formation and trust development, with increased engagement in online video platforms raising privacy concerns. However, these aspects are not adequately considered in studies regarding willingness to disclose personal data online. This cross-sectional study surveyed 321 Chinese early adolescents to explore levels of willingness to disclose personal data to online video platforms and related privacy factors (perceived risks, utilitarian benefits, hedonic benefits, habits, and trust), examine demographical (age, gender, and grade) differences, and explore privacy factors associated with willingness to disclose personal data. Participants reported significantly lower willingness to disclose personal data, trust, and habits than risks and benefits. Significant differences were observed in all factors between grades. Participants' willingness to disclose personal data was significantly associated with their trust and habits. We discussed possible explanations for findings and recommended strategies to promote responsible habits and informed trust among early adolescents in online video platforms.
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