Committee of Supply 2025 debate, Day 5: Rachel Ong on addressing unhealthy social media use
Have a "disconnect to connect week" for students to take a break from social media and spend time on meaningful offline activities. It may not change habits but does encourage reflection on digital consumption and the wisdom to step away from online pressures. MP Rachel Ong, who floated this idea in parliament on Thursday (Mar 6), wanted to know how the Ministry of Education will promote youth mental health in schools and address excessive social media use.
Have a "disconnect to connect week" for students to take a break from social media and spend time on meaningful offline activities. It may not change habits but does encourage reflection on digital consumption and the wisdom to step away from online pressures. MP Rachel Ong, who floated this idea in parliament on Thursday (Mar 6), wanted to know how the Ministry of Education will promote youth mental health in schools and address excessive social media use.