'My daughter spends 5 hours a day on YouTube - social media ban will cause withdrawal symptoms'

Lucy Bryan's daughter Lois has become so immersed in YouTube that she spends five hours a day on the platform, sparking concerns from her mother about the potential psychological effects of a social media ban. With Lois having had a tablet since she was three and a phone by eight, Bryan fears that any restriction on her screen time could lead to withdrawal symptoms. This situation highlights broader debates about the impact of excessive screen time on young children and the challenges parents face in managing their children's digital habits. The article underscores the growing concern over children's mental health in the context of heavy social media usage.