Relationships & Family

Lauren Cowell backs raising social media age to 16 to protect children

Lauren Cowell has joined bereaved families calling for social media access to start no earlier than 16, after seeing how quickly apps can pull children in. She believes parents are being left to manage an addictive online world without enough backup, and shares how her family sets boundaries around phones. Readers gain insight into the emotional cost of harmful content and practical ideas for keeping kids safer and more present in real life.