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Social media and the age question

Priya Raman · 2026-05-21 · 7 min read

There is no single right age. A framework for judging readiness based on behaviour rather than a birthday.

Readiness signals

Can they describe what they would do if a stranger messaged them? Do they tell you about uncomfortable moments? Readiness is a set of behaviours, not a number.

Start supervised, widen gradually

Gradual independence works better than a single moment of full access. Widen boundaries deliberately as trust is demonstrated.