In today's world, it's all too common for young people to feel like they're constantly being watched, monitored, and judged. From having their every location tracked to their private conversations being secretly read and listened to, the sense of privacy and personal space has all but disappeared.
This is not just a conspiracy theory, but a reality that many young people face every day. While older generations may see this as paranoid behavior or simply overreacting, the truth is that this level of surveillance can take a severe toll on a person's mental health.
Depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts are on the rise in younger generations, and it's not difficult to see why. Constantly feeling like you're being watched and judged can make even the most mundane tasks feel overwhelming. It's no wonder that young people are struggling with mental health issues at an alarming rate.
It's time for us to start paying attention and advocating for the mental health of the younger generation. We need to recognize that this level of surveillance is not healthy or normal, and we need to work towards creating a society that values privacy and personal space.
In addition to the constant surveillance of social media and phone usage, there has been an alarming uptick in malicious apps designed to monitor every move of young people. One such app is Life360, which has been advertised as a "family locator" app but is often used as a tool for controlling and monitoring the movements of children and teenagers. Parents let's be honest being able to track the exact speed someone is moving from their gps coordinates has gone too far. This app and others like it not only invade the privacy of young people but also contribute to their sense of anxiety and fear.
It's crucial that we bring attention to these issues and work towards creating a safer and more respectful environment for the mental health of the younger generation. Privacy and autonomy are fundamental rights that must be protected, and we must continue to advocate for mental health resources and support for those who are struggling with the psychological toll of constant surveillance and control. There needs to be a major push to treating children and young adults less like property and more as autonomous beings with their own thoughts and free will. Regardless if that free will takes you drunk through an Arby's drive through at 2am or at a booty-calls house stumbling back from the bars that's your right.
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