Dec 05, 2024
Why young children should avoid social media exposure
Siddhartha JanaSocial media provide minimal benefits to young children (ages 5-8) and can lead to addiction, decreased physical activity, and altered sleep or eating patterns, all of which are necessary for optimal development.
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Studies indicate that young children's impulse control, social behaviour, and emotional regulation may be hampered by early social media exposure.
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s they gain independence and may conceal their internet activity from their parents, preteens (ages 9 to 12) are vulnerable to dangers including cyberbullying and online predators.
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Preteens who use screens excessively may experience emotional and social development problems, which might hinder their ability to form relationships in the real world.
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Teens (13–16 years old) benefit from social connections and access to encouraging communities, but because of carefully manicured digital personas and online pressures, they are susceptible to anxiety, despair, and body image problems.
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Teenagers' mental health, academic performance, and general well-being can all suffer from sleep deprivation brought on by excessive screen use.
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By encouraging physical activity, supporting hobbies, monitoring online behaviour, and strengthening family ties, parents can mitigate these impacts and lessen their children's dependence on screens.
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Children can be helped to securely navigate the digital world by having open discussions about the risks of social media and establishing healthy online habits.
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