More action needed on social media addiction in Hong Kong
With children recording more screen time, there needs to be stronger public education on online usage and behaviour That the younger generation has become increasingly addicted to social media and the internet is nothing new. But it does prompt deeper reflection when the problem continues to worsen, as shown in the latest citywide health check on Hong Kong students. More concerted efforts are needed to curb the trend or more negative social and health consequences will occur. With more than 60 per cent of the children using their online gadgets for entertainment for two hours or more on a typical school day, the situation is worrying. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get the answers with SCMP Knowledge , our new platform of curated content with explainers, FAQs, analyses and infographics brought to you by our award-winning team. The figure among secondary school students was even higher at 80 per cent compared with 43...