A new survey by Girlguiding UK says girls believe they are losing their freedom because of their parents' over-protective reaction to shock headlines.
The research also suggests parents are ignoring real threats, such as online contact or using mobile phones at night, by focusing on less common threats such as stranger attack.
Source:
Independent 06 April 2009
Further information:
Girlguiding UK press release (Word) 06 April 2009
Redefining risk: girls shout out. Relevant risks for today's girls (PDF)