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

In this episode of Being Human, Dr. Chua Sook Ning speaks with Dr. Rys Farthing, a policy expert whose work examines children’s rights in digital environments. 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. 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.To learn more about Relate Malaysia's work and services, visit www.relate.com.my