The Digital Divide: Age and Social Media

In our increasingly digital world, social media presents both connection and peril,

especially for our young. For children aged 1 to 5, platforms like YouTube

are too complex. They need real-world interaction, not passive screen time.

Their brains are still developing. YouTube should only be used by class 6-9,

with parental guidance. Social media for 6-9 year olds, especially platforms like Instagram,

exposes them to cyberbullying. Unkind words, exclusion, and harassment can

deeply affect their developing self-esteem and mental health. Phishing involves deceptive messages to trick

users into revealing personal information or passwords. Spear Phishing is highly targeted,