Sri Lanka, Nov. 4 -- Amidst increasing international discussion about restricting children's access to social media, including proposals to establish minimum age limits, Sri Lanka needs to carefully consider age-appropriate access to digital platforms.

Age restrictions may form part of the solution, but banning access alone cannot guarantee children's online safety, as children may bypass restrictions or move to less regulated platforms. Overly restrictive measures could also prevent them from accessing beneficial educational resources, health information and supportive communities, a child health expert has warned.

Commenting on the importance of protecting children in an increasingly digital world, pediatrician Dr. Maheshaka Wijayawa...