Daiva Ulbinaitė, a member of the Lithuanian Parliament, has suggested implementing new regulations that would prevent children and teenagers under the age of 16 from using social media networks without parental permission. This proposal also includes a call for social media platforms to establish effective age verification systems. As digital safety for children gains urgency, discussions appear to be accelerating regarding how best to protect minors in the online space.

The practicality of such age verification measures remains uncertain, with questions about what additional personal data might be required from users. Nevertheless, the public discourse surrounding children's internet safety is becoming more prominent, as evidenced by an increasing number of parents requesting restrictions on computer use in libraries. This suggests a growing anxiety over children’s unchecked access to digital devices and platforms.

Psychiatrist Linas Slušnys, an expert in emotional health, notes the alarming patterns of behavior emerging amongst youth, indicating a potential for internet addiction. Although the formal diagnosis of "internet addiction" is not yet recognized, behavioral signs are concerning. Symptoms include feelings of anxiety or aggression when unable to connect online, which highlights the need for careful monitoring and potential intervention to prevent detrimental effects on mental health and social development.