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Age-Gates Discussion
Instagram says "13+". Haidt says "16+". Where's your researched stance?
Goal
Build researched family decision on when child enters social, based on research not peer pressure.
Steps
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Parents: read 3 sources — Haidt "Anxious Generation", APA 2023 guidelines, Tristan Harris.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Decision becomes researched not reactive.
Evidence base
School: Developmental Psychology / Social Media Research
Founders: Jonathan Haidt · Jean Twenge · APA (2024)
Haidt "The Anxious Generation" 2024 shows 145% teen depression rise since 2010 with SoMe. APA 2023 health guidelines. Twenge "iGen".
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Age-Gates Discussion" take?
This exercise takes about 25 minutes, practiced with another person in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Age-Gates Discussion"?
Decision becomes researched not reactive. In the short term: Child respects decision because understands reasons.
Is "Age-Gates Discussion" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Developmental Psychology / Social Media Research (Jonathan Haidt, Jean Twenge, APA (2024)). Haidt "The Anxious Generation" 2024 shows 145% teen depression rise since 2010 with SoMe. APA 2023 health guidelines. Twenge "iGen".
Is "Age-Gates Discussion" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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