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Ministry urges families to protect children from digital addiction
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Ministry urges families to protect children from digital addiction

Indonesia's Health Ministry has warned about the dangers of digital addiction among adolescents, urging families to take protective measures. Director Imran Pambudi highlighted that 79.5% of Indonesians are internet users, with 28.2% engaging in online gaming. He emphasized that adolescents, who are highly active online, face significant risks due to addictive game design and exposure to content that causes anxiety and sleep disorders. Data from the 2022 Indonesia National Adolescent Mental Health Survey showed that 34.9% of adolescents experienced mental health issues in the past year. The ministry recommended promoting digital literacy, setting screen time limits, and encouraging open communication between parents and children.

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Ministry urges families to protect children from digital addiction

Indonesia's Health Ministry has warned about the dangers of digital addiction among adolescents, urging families to take protective measures. Director Imran Pambudi highlighted that 79.5% of Indonesians are internet users, with 28.2% engaging in online gaming. He emphasized that adolescents, who are highly active online, face significant risks due to addictive game design and exposure to content that causes anxiety and sleep disorders. Data from the 2022 Indonesia National Adolescent Mental Health Survey showed that 34.9% of adolescents experienced mental health issues in the past year. The ministry recommended promoting digital literacy, setting screen time limits, and encouraging open communication between parents and children.

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