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Siti Kamsiah cautioned that emotional changes in children, such as social withdrawal, frequent crying, or signs of depression, could be early warning signs of sextortion. - File photo

The findings suggest that parental time and attention to foster subsequent children's development decline as families grow, and that later-born children experience more lenient parenting, including rules around screen use. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Technology did not fail our children. Adults did. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

A 12-year-old boy who was reported missing from Taman Bukit Indah in Johor Bahru is safely back home after leaving the house following a disagreement with his parents over an iPad.

Concerns over foreign digital content on streaming platforms containing LGBTQ and other deviant elements have raised alarms about their potential impact on children and adolescents, particularly those still in the process of forming their personal identity.

Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva

Recent reports suggest that many children already have more than 1,300 images and data points of themselves online, creating a permanent, non-consensual digital footprint long before they understand what privacy means. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily