Bahraini authorities have issued directives for increased monitoring of social media use among children who have not reached puberty. The initiative comes in response to growing concerns about children becoming primary targets for online predators. Hidd Police Station Chief Colonel Dr. Osama Bahar has emphasized that parents should not allow pre-adolescent children to create social media accounts and should actively supervise their online activities.
Colonel Dr. Bahar has highlighted that while social media platforms can offer benefits, they also pose significant risks depending on usage patterns. He has encouraged parents to promote alternative hobbies such as reading, sports, and crafts to engage children in healthier activities. This approach aims to protect young users from potential online threats while supporting their overall development.
The Bahraini directive follows similar regional child protection measures, including Saudi Arabia's restrictions on the Roblox game due to concerns about its impact on academic performance and online safety. Saudi authorities have required the platform to disable voice and text chat features and appoint Arabic-speaking moderators to prevent harmful interactions. These coordinated efforts reflect growing Gulf cooperation in addressing digital risks to children.
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