The impact of inappropriate content and how to recover from it

As our world progresses and technology continues to emerge wherever we look, more and more teenagers or younger people are acquiring digital devices— portals to the Internet and the threats it creates for the younger generation. This is as scams continue to threaten all forms of digital interactions and payments, and as so much of the world has started to realise the impact of technology on our lives.  Content is our next major hurdle. Inappropriate content can be found anywhere and everywhere for those who look, and yet it is inappropriate for a reason. I learnt that lesson the hard way, and am only now realising the impacts it can have on my mental health and well-being. Yet, there must be a clear message sent out to all those teenagers and youngsters who stumble upon inappropriate content— the consequences must be yours, and yours only. The downward spiral that some forms of inappropriate content can create in some teenagers is disheartening. But the vicious cycle can only be broken by oneself— while parents, teachers and guardians can support and encourage one on, the true determination to break out of the cycle must come from oneself in order for campaign to succeed. Time is meant to be used productively— for teenagers it could mean bonding with one’s family, or playing outdoor sports and actively participating in social activities with friends.