Instagram on May 11 announced a new feature Add pronouns to profile on twitter. It will allow users to add pronouns (he, she, him her) to profile. Currently, this feature is available only in limited countries, but it will soon come in other countries.
World's largest social media company is planning to launch a new version of instagram for kids under 13 years. However, 40 attorney generals of related province asked to abondon this plan concerned about mental and physical development of childrens.
Social media plays a big role in teen culture today. Surveys show that ninety percent of teens ages 13-17 have used social media. Seventy five percent report having at least one active social media profile, and 51% report visiting a social media site at least daily.
Just 32% believed that news accessed on such platforms was reported truthfully. Ofcom's Children and Parents Media Use and Attitudes report found that 46% of 11-year-olds, 51% of 12-year-olds and 28% of 10-year-olds now have a social media profile.
In india, The social media use among children in the city, at 90%, was found to be higher than the national average of 81%. Among these city children, more than 53% were under 12 years old and 40% were between 10 and 13 years old.
While 77% have published photos, 56% have posted their email address, 47% have posted the name of their school and 50% have posted their full birth date or phone number (42%).
What is concern?
➖ Exposure to inappropriate contents
➖ Change in risky online behaviour
➖ Revelation of personal information led to cyber bullying
➖ Show inappropriate behaviour while acquaintance with other
What should an elder/Guide/ parents do?
đŸ“µKeep watch on your child's online activities
đŸ“µSpend time with your child, stop ignoring
đŸ“µEnable parental control application in your and your child's phone
Parents should be mindful and take care of their children. Care your child for well mental and emotional development.
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