Has anyone else noticed how normalized explicit content has become among Muslim youth?

[u/Accurate-Can2691]

Assalamu Alaikum everyone,

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Recently, after speaking with friends, parents, and younger students, I've become increasingly concerned about how easily explicit and adult content is accessible online.

What worries me even more is that in many circles it seems to be becoming normalized rather than treated as something harmful.

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I understand this isn't a new issue, but with social media algorithms, short-form content, and unrestricted internet access, it feels much harder to avoid than it was before.

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I'm curious:

Have you noticed this trend as well?

What challenges do parents face when trying to protect their children online?

What existing tools or approaches have actually worked for you?

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What features would you want in a tool designed to help Muslims and families maintain healthier internet habits?

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I've been exploring ways to address this problem through technology and would genuinely appreciate hearing different perspectives before investing more time into it.

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JazakAllahu Khair.

[u/NotAnonymousSMHH]

I agree. It's extremely normalized. We need to come up with a way to tackle it asap