Denmark PM Sparks Debate Over Children and Social Media Safety

Speaking about children’s exposure to social media and digital platforms, Frederiksen said that if she had young children today, she would “rather let them smoke than leave them alone on social media.” Her sharp remark was aimed at highlighting what she sees as the growing dangers posed by online platforms for children.

The Danish Prime Minister expressed concern that society continues to focus heavily on traditional risks while overlooking the more serious challenges emerging in the digital age. “Something is wrong with us,” she said, adding that people remain trapped in fears of old dangers while a “new and bigger threat” stands before them.

Frederiksen’s comments come amid increasing global concern over the impact of social media on children’s mental health, privacy, cyberbullying, and online addiction. Governments across Europe have been discussing stricter regulations for tech companies and stronger protections for minors using digital platforms.

Her remarks are expected to fuel ongoing discussions about whether stricter limits should be imposed on children’s access to social media and how parents can better protect young users online.

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