Browsing Tag
Teenagers
13 posts
Meta turns to AI to protect minors from ‘sextortion’
The IT giant operating Instagram and Facebook said it was testing an AI-driven ‘nudity protection’ tool that would find and blur images containing nudity
April 12, 2024
Young TikTok make-up influencers spark health warnings
Some specialists say trend is a danger to children’s mental and physical well-being
March 1, 2024
EU launches probe into TikTok over child protection
Brussels is particularly concerned that the video-sharing app may not be doing enough to address negative impacts on young people
February 19, 2024
Adolescent mental health: social media during COVID exacerbated challenges
During the pandemic, young people were drastically affected by the sudden shift to a digital world. Researchers say it's time we address the impact of excessive screen time on brain development.
January 28, 2024
Meta beefs up teen defences on Instagram and Messenger
Teens younger than 16 years old can now only be messaged or added to group chats by people they already follow or are connected to
January 26, 2024
Instagram, Facebook restricting content for teens
Changes come months after dozens of US states accused Meta of damaging the mental health of children and teens
January 20, 2024
Book for teenagers on fostering healthy relationships launched
Book aimed at 14- to 16-year-olds to be distributed for free across Malta and Gozo
October 20, 2023
Self-harm among adolescents: a growing public health concern
On World Mental Health Day, Francesca Sammut discusses why adolescents may engage in self-harming behaviour and gives parents advice on what to do in such situations.
October 10, 2023
Dealing with your stubborn teen
Many parents find this period in their offspring's life ever so challenging. Counsellor Nicolette Camilleri says communication is key
September 24, 2023
Not just an aesthetic issue
Acne is a medical condition which is not to be taken lightly, says consultant dermatologist Lawrence Scerri. Timely and proper intervention is important to avoid possible repercussions and parents are instrumental in facilitating treatment.
August 30, 2023