Squid Game is back! For parents the same old question comes back, “Do I let them watch, or not?”

Did you know initially Squid Game was not aimed at children? Somehow it became more famous among teenagers and surprisingly even the younger children. The series became a topic of discussion among children. With time, watching it became more like a peer pressure than entertainment.

Why Are Teens Getting Curious About Squid Game?

Curiosity comes naturally in growing children and Squid Game has everything to attract them. Even if you do not allow at home, they will hear from friends or get update from the social media.

Sometimes saying don’t watch can tempt to watch it even more. No need to break their curiosity, you just need to manage it.

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The “Everyone’s Watching It” Pressure

Peer pressure has always been there. But with time, it is getting faster and louder. If a show trends, it’s suddenly part of every group chat and lunch break conversation. And for teenagers, not knowing what’s going on can feel like missing out.

As a parent, this is where the pressure test comes in. Do you allow them to watch because everyone else is watching or stick to your rules even if it means they’re left out?

You don’t have to match every other parent. Every child is different and so can be the rules.

How To Handle The Violence In Squid Game

One of the biggest concerns with Squid Game is its violence and the moral questions it raises.  Sometimes the scenes also raise ethical questions.

If your child is old enough and you think you can allow them, that’s okay. But when they watch, they need to understand a few things about competition so they don’t take away the wrong lessons.

·      Shows like Squid Game are designed to be extreme so they grab attention.

·      Real life competition is not about hurting others or betraying trust.

·      Winning does not mean to beat everyone.

Don’t Say NO, just create boundaries

Kids need to take a break from intense content even if they’re allowed to watch. Watching episodes back-to-back can get overwhelming. Let them space it out and take time to process.

Shows like Squid Game will keep coming. What matters is setting boundaries and allowing breaks. You don’t have to ban them, just guide them.