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The Impact of Social Media on Young Minds: A Call for Careful Regulation

In recent discussions about children's access to social media, a common stance has emerged emphasizing the need to delay entry until at least age 16. The reasoning behind this is rooted in understanding the nature of social media as it functions in its current form—particularly its influence on impressionable young minds.

The Social Media Performance Playground

Social media platforms serve as a modern-day coliseum where users, especially children, are encouraged to present curated versions of their lives. This environment transforms personal experiences into performances designed for an audience whose reactions—likes, comments, shares—determine the perceived success or failure of one's self-presentation.