Times have changed, but the concern remains

This is quite a complicated issue because a lot of things that are available today were not available 30 years ago. Parents were a little more alert, not necessarily putting their entire focus on what children were doing but just being aware of what was happening has now changed. Also, earlier there were many more extended families and bigger family sizes, so there were more people around. Now that children have to spend time on their own, with both parents working, it is natural that parents will need down time and be distracted, that is only human. Also, the UAE is quite safe and that does lull you a bit. Times and technology have changed. Back in the day you wouldn’t allow a child to touch electronic devices, afraid of a short circuit. But nowadays gadgets are so much safer, comfortably playing with mobile phones so you tend to ignore certain dangers. However, the intentions are always good as no parent wants anything bad to happen to their children.