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The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The problem with child “Influencers”

The problem with child “Influencers”
The ongoing sexualization and exploitation of children as “influencers” should be more openly discussed.
Maria Weyne, News Editor March 13, 2019

In recent years, social media platforms like Instagram and Youtube have opened the door for anyone to become an influencer, and many children can be now found on these apps. Although social media appears to cause little harm, these platforms are exposing children to inappropriate content and children...