The tragic case of Molly Russell has exposed a dark reality: social media platforms can systematically target vulnerable children with harmful content. Even when a child appears safe at home, digital algorithms can feed them dangerous material that warps their psychology.
Tech companies design their platforms to maximize engagement, often at the expense of user well-being. For children, this means unregulated feeds that can push them toward self-harm, depression, or worse. Despite growing awareness, there are still no adequate safeguards in place to protect young users from these pervasive online influences.
This isn't just about parental control—it's about the fundamental design of systems that prioritize profit over safety. The story of Molly Russell is a chilling reminder that without urgent reform, social media will continue to endanger the most vulnerable among us.