Digital Platforms and Their Impact

Impact of Entertainment Platforms

• Spending more time on Netflix and social media reduces the ability to think.
• Some platforms also feature content that initiates informative and social discussions.

Introduction to the Series 'Adolescence'

• A British series that tells the story of a child highlighting social issues.
• The British Prime Minister watched it with their children and praised it.
• Decided to offer it free in British schools.
• Such films face opposition in Pakistan.

Story of the Series

• A child, Jamie Miller, who is bullied on social media.
• The 'Incel' culture where men become frustrated by the lack of attention from women.
• This culture promotes violence and hatred.

Analysis of Incel Culture

• Involuntary Celibate: Frustrated men due to lack of sexual experience.
• Incel groups began to emerge on social media from 2015-16.
• 80-20 Rule: 80% of women are attracted to 20% of men.
• Strategies adopted by Incel groups to spread violence and hatred on social media.

Symbols and Principles of Incel Culture

• Red Pill and Blue Pill Theory: Accepting or ignoring reality.
• Explanation of terms like Manosphere, Looks Maxing, and others.
• Language and symbols of Incel groups on social media.

Challenges Faced by the New Generation in the Digital Age

• Modern terms used by Gen Z.
• Increased depression and anxiety in children due to excessive use of social media.
• The impact of drug trade and mental health issues on digital platforms.
• Example of Australia's ban on social media until the age of 16.
• The need to limit children's screen time.

Conclusion

• The importance of conversations with children and understanding their digital lives.
• The necessity for improvement through control and education on digital platforms.
• Appreciation of the social impact of series like Adolescence.