The IMDA report also documented that while platforms have implemented reporting tools, many reports go unaddressed for too long, leaving users feeling helpless. Platforms must improve their responsiveness, but users also have a role to play in fostering a responsible reporting culture.
Instead of resorting to digital vigilantism and doxxing, users can report harmful content through appropriate platform tools and legal avenues. Advocating for greater transparency in content moderation is essential, but we must also ensure that online actions remain fair and ethical, resisting the urge to participate in digital pile-ons.
Just as a cluttered home breeds stress, an overcrowded digital space undermines mental well-being. Research has consistently linked excessive screen time and social comparison with increased anxiety, stress and reduced productivity, particularly among youth.
Instead of passively consuming whatever appears in our feeds, we should curate our digital spaces with intention. Inspired by Marie Kondo’s philosophy, we might ask: Does this content spark joy, inform or add value? If not, why share it?
One of my personal resolutions this year was to spend less time on autoplayed content. I dedicated 30 minutes to adjusting my streaming app settings across different devices to disable autoplay. The result? A significant reduction in screen time, freeing me to spend more quality time with people who matter.
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Instead of resorting to digital vigilantism and doxxing, users can report harmful content through appropriate platform tools and legal avenues. Advocating for greater transparency in content moderation is essential, but we must also ensure that online actions remain fair and ethical, resisting the urge to participate in digital pile-ons.
DOES THIS CONTENT SPARK JOY?
Just as a cluttered home breeds stress, an overcrowded digital space undermines mental well-being. Research has consistently linked excessive screen time and social comparison with increased anxiety, stress and reduced productivity, particularly among youth.
Instead of passively consuming whatever appears in our feeds, we should curate our digital spaces with intention. Inspired by Marie Kondo’s philosophy, we might ask: Does this content spark joy, inform or add value? If not, why share it?
One of my personal resolutions this year was to spend less time on autoplayed content. I dedicated 30 minutes to adjusting my streaming app settings across different devices to disable autoplay. The result? A significant reduction in screen time, freeing me to spend more quality time with people who matter.
Continue reading...