We need to protect kids on this sub more.

Given the increasing presence of inappropriate individuals on this subreddit and the fact that many minors participate here, I believe more should be done to ensure the safety of younger users. This is a significant issue in these spaces, and it's something we all recognize.

When I was younger, it was very normalized for older people to befriend minors in scene/emo spaces. I'm worried that this cycle might continue. While I think adults engaging with minors in a mentoring capacity can be positive, the reality is that there are so many creeps, which makes it a problematic situation. If you're a minor, please be cautious about who you interact with and who is messaging you.