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Yes, very disturbing, a failure by the parents of these kids, no respect for elders or a sense of wrong and right.

In reply to dayne

boy....is a set of monsters, grown up by social media and video games featuring gratuitous violence who around now. god forbid i have children(i seriously wonder why people would want to bring children into a world like this), they're going to be living in a virtual bubble......books, jazz records and tv made before 2006

In reply to Jumpstart

Really sad.

Dayne is right; it is poor parenting. I am not sure of your background but children born in the 80s would have been exposed to games like Mortal Kombat with the famous line "Finish Him". Lots of shooters like Doom, Duke Nukem, Quake, Wolfenstein. Maybe you can make an argument that realism has dramatically improved and that may be a contributing factor to reduced sensitivity.



If you are able to have children it will be your greatest achievement. Never let evil overshadow the good. Most children care so much more than the prior generations did. But children trying to save the world gets less clicks than children murdering the elderly.

In reply to Jumpstart
Sick kids

In reply to Jumpstart

Jumpy

You raise valid concerns that many parents today grapple with.
While every generation worries about new media's impact on youth, the proliferation and immersive qualities of today's platforms are unprecedented.
It's understandable to feel apprehensive about bringing children into an environment with constant exposure to gratuitous simulated violence and lessened human interaction.
The surrounding environment plays an important part in behavior then they are referred to as sick kids.

However, it's likely an oversimplification to characterize today's youth as simply "monsters" created by these influences alone.
Children have always found ways to push boundaries as they develop.
And responsible parenting and guidance and can help steer them towards healthier behaviors.
Strict prohibitions often backfire by piquing curiosity, so open communication and leading by good example tend to be most effective.
This is missing today.

It's also important to acknowledge media's potential benefits when approached judiciously - like exposing kids to diverse ideas and cultivating certain skills.
Not every game or show promotes violence either.
Moderation and discernment are key, as with any potentially risky activities children may encounter growing up.

Rather than avoiding parenthood altogether due to such concerns, those considering it might reflect on how to thoughtfully limit screens, encourage outdoor play and real-world social interaction, set a lead by modeling respectful relationships themselves, and engage children in understanding media's impacts. Our Parents are role models.
Communities and schools also play a role via support systems, ethical education and alternative enriching programs.

While a complex challenge, many find the rewards of parenting to significantly outweigh any drawbacks when approached with care, wisdom and an emphasis on nurturing healthy social-emotional development above all else.
Ultimately, each individual must weigh these factors according to their situation and values.

In reply to sgtdjones

Absolute failure of parenting

Terrible

In reply to Halliwell

first set of parents who grow up with social media. child is 12, meaning his moms could be anywhere between 30-35. the people who are that age now were 16-18 when facebook and its variants were unleashed on this world. all they know is vacuousness, self promotion and general selfishness. gen z is even more so