Scroll vs. Control: Should Youth Under 16 be Banned From Social Media?

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While many of us experienced childhoods free of social media, children today are surrounded by it. It's raising concerns around the world on the growing impacts of social media on young people and whether stronger limits, or even bans, are needed. Val Caldwell, public speaker and online safety educator for children and adults, joins the show to share her expertise on what parents need to know about social media and the impacts it might be having on their children.
31 Mar 10AM English South Africa News Commentary

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