Debate over social media use among children: pediatricians criticize parental shortcomings

The Pediatricians' Association has highlighted the concerning use of social media by children. The association's spokesperson criticized the lack of enforcement by many parents, which he said leads to a significant failure. He appealed to parents to take responsibility for managing their children's media consumption.

Family Minister Prien emphasized the need for new EU regulations, set to come into effect in 2027. These regulations aim to better protect minors and increase the responsibilities of platform operators. The discussion on protection in social media has been reignited following a ruling against Meta for endangering children.

Additionally, the organization Innocence in Danger called for a safer space for minors on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. A representative from the organization pointed out that the responsibility must lie more with social media to ensure the safety of children online.