Virtual Reality Risks for Children in the Metaverse: An Examination through Criminological Perspectives...

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Elena Martellozzo (University of Edinburgh, Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and Moray House School of Education and Sport) Paula Bradbury (Middlesex University)

Virtual Reality Risks for Children in the Metaverse

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An Examination through Criminological Perspectives

Elena Martellozzo (University of Edinburgh, Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and Moray House School of Education and Sport), Paula Bradbury (Middlesex University), Ruby Farr (University of East London) , Julia Davidson (University of East London)

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English

Cambridge University Press
02 April 2026

Sociology: family & relationships; Crime & criminology

Series: Elements in Criminology

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This Element explores online harms experienced by children in the metaverse and considers the implications through a criminological lens. Drawing on research from the VIRRAC project, funded by REPHRAIN, it includes insights from industry experts, practitioners, and young people. The Element examines how criminological theories help us understand children's experiences online, while highlighting gaps in knowledge, resources, and training among professionals responsible for safeguarding against online harms, particularly child sexual exploitation and abuse in metaverse spaces. It explores complexities faced by those trying to detect, prevent, and respond to online harms in immersive environments, revealing the challenges of professional practice in this field. By amplifying children's voices, the Element offers critical findings on their needs for support and safety. Combining research and practical perspectives, it informs future policy and interventions to better protect vulnerable children in virtual reality platforms. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

By: Elena Martellozzo (University of Edinburgh Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and Moray House School of Education and Sport), Paula Bradbury (Middlesex University), Ruby Farr (University of East London), Julia Davidson (University of East London)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Weight: 284g
ISBN: 9781009620154
ISBN 10: 1009620150
Series: Elements in Criminology
Pages: 100
Publication Date: 02 April 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active