Mandy Patinkin Instagram – We won’t stop fighting for change until social media
companies make their platforms safer by design. One child lost, is already one too many.
As it exists currently, platforms and online spaces put
our children at risk. These platforms should be a destination where young people can communicate, thrive and learn.
Instead, online spaces are designed to keep our
children scrolling and waiting for the next notification,
like or comment. Without safety standards in place,
platforms are serving inappropriate and dangerous
content, leaving the door wide open for abuse,
cyberbullying and the spread of harmful material.
Parents alone cannot fully protect their children from
risks due to the inherently dangerous design of these
products. Since the early 2010s, the rise of social media has been linked with increased rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide among adolescents.
The website archewell.org/theparentsnetwork (at link in our bio as well) acts as a hub for all the content,
information or resources our audiences might
need, including:
• Campaign information and updates
• Personal stories from our parents
• Helpful resources for parents
• How to get support from The Parents’ Network
• How to take action
#NoChildLostToSocialMedia
Proud of our daughter in law and our dear friend who have helped bring this critically needed community to life. | Posted on 05/Aug/2024 01:50:36
