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2/18/26, 12:51 PM Education, human development and community development council discusses regulating children's use of social media duri…
strengthening their role in guidance, supervision, and fostering

healthy digital habits among children.

She explained that regulating children's use of social media is

not only limited to content considerations but also extends to its

direct impact on family relationships, the quality of

communication at home, children's engagement in real-life

activities, and the potential impact on cognitive development.

This includes areas concerning the ability to focus, level of
attention, and time management.

H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed further

emphasised that early intervention during foundational
developmental stages is critical to cultivate healthy digital habits,

thereby promoting balanced technology use from an early age

and mitigating potential adverse effects on behavioral and

cognitive development.

She noted that the family serves as the primary reference point

for children's digital conduct, and that achieving balance begins

with positive role modeling at home, thoughtful regulation of

screen time, and strengthened family dialogue.

Additionally, H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed

underscored the importance of advancing children's digital well-

being and safeguarding their mental health amid increasing

engagement with digital platforms, with the aim of ensuring

balanced emotional and social development.

She affirmed that nurturing a well-rounded generation requires

strong alignment between schools and families. This must be

supported by a value-based framework that reinforces national
identity and belonging, while fostering critical thinking and the

responsible use of modern technologies.

The meeting, which was held virtually, was attended by
Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of State for

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