Social media and young people: Who takes responsibility? (with Dr. Rys Farthing)

<p>In this episode of <em>Being Human</em>, Dr. Chua Sook Ning speaks with Dr. Rys Farthing, a policy expert whose work examines children’s rights in digital environments. </p><p>Drawing on Rys’s research across academia and policy, including her work with the 5Rights Foundation and Fairplay, the conversation moves beyond screen-time debates to consider how technology, regulation, and power shape young people’s wellbeing. </p><p>Together, they explore what a child rights-based approach adds to mental health conversations, where protective policies can miss the mark, and what meaningful safety and empowerment for young people online might actually involve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>To learn more about Relate Malaysia&#39;s work and services, visit www.relate.com.my</strong></p>