Youth Violence

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What do you complain about the most?

Well, I do not exactly complain, but I observe with alarming skepticism.

It’s about the behavior, the rising violent behavior of the youth. The most worrying thing about it is that it doesn’t start in the teenage phase, no, lately, even earlier. Between 8-10-year-old children.

I believe the most decisive factor for that is social media. Children are exposed to smartphones at an early age, giving them the opportunity to scroll through social media. They can’t process all this information at that young age, and this is the result. In my opinion, parents should think carefully about when to give their children a smartphone as a gift. This excuse from the parents that this is the only way to know where the child is, or in case they need some help, is not crucial. In my time, we didn’t have smart or mobile phones, and we grew up very sound and safe.

Furthermore, we see more countries banning smartphones in schools, and some restrict children’s and teenagers’ access to social media apps.

Hopefully, more governments will awaken and take appropriate educational measures to curb this destructive behavior among the younger generation.

7 responses to “Youth Violence”

  1. SRIKANTH Avatar

    Your observation comes from a place of deep care and concern for the well-being of the younger generation. It’s clear you’ve thought carefully about this issue, blending skepticism with a genuine hope for change. Your call for mindfulness around technology and stronger societal guidance is both thoughtful and timely. Thank you for sharing such a meaningful reflection β€” it’s through conversations like this that awareness grows and steps toward positive change can begin.

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    1. papadosshortstories Avatar

      Thank you, Srikanth, for the touching words. πŸ˜ŠπŸ™πŸŒΉ

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  2. joyfulstephanie Avatar

    Great post. 🧑 Social media without context and the ability to discern truth from falsehood is so dangerous is the hands of young, vulnerable minds.

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    1. papadosshortstories Avatar

      Thank you so much, Stephanie. Exactly, it is as you write. πŸ˜ŠπŸ§‘πŸ‘

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  3. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
    Willie Torres Jr.

    You make a strong and caring point. πŸ™
    Protecting children’s hearts and minds matters deeply.
    Train up a child in the way he should goProverbs 22:6
    Wisdom, guidance, and love are more important than any screen.

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    1. papadosshortstories Avatar

      Exactly, Willie. Thank you for reading and commenting. πŸ˜ŠπŸ§‘πŸ™

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      1. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
        Willie Torres Jr.

        My pleasure …

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