Should Children Under 16 Be Banned from Social Media? | Zain Rahman | Rights Watch

Social media has transformed childhood—but at what cost? Many countries are debating restrictions for children under 16, citing growing concerns around mental health, addiction, attention span and online safety. But is banning social media the answer, or does the real solution begin at home? In this episode of Rights Watch, mental health expert Zain Rahman explores how social media is changing the way children think, behave and connect with the world. We discuss: •⁠ ⁠Should children under 16 have unrestricted access to social media? •⁠ ⁠Why infinite scrolling is designed to keep users hooked. •⁠ ⁠How instant gratification is reshaping attention spans and patience. •⁠ ⁠Does social media cause depression, or do vulnerable children use it as an escape? •⁠ ⁠The earliest warning signs parents should never ignore. •⁠ ⁠Why children imitate their parents’ digital habits more than they follow their advice. •⁠ ⁠Practical ways families can build healthier relationships with technology without relying solely on bans. Guest: Zain Rahman (Mental Health Expert) What do you think? Should governments regulate children’s access to social media, or should the responsibility remain with parents? Share your thoughts in the comments. Hosts: Xari Jalil Ahmed Saeed Follow Our Facebook Page:   / voicepkdotnet   Follow Our Instagram Account:   / voicepkdotnet   Follow Our TikTok Account:   / teamvoicepk   Follow Our X Account: https://x.com/voicepkdotnet Subscribe Our YouTube Channel:    / @voicepkdotnet   Website: https://voicepk.net/