From my experience navigating social apps, I've noticed a significant shift in the type of content as Gen Z users have matured. Many apps originally designed for teenagers now host more adult-oriented content, reflecting the users who grew up with them. This evolution is natural—considering these platforms were 'their app first', it’s expected that discussions and themes will mature alongside their audience. Referring to Gen Z with terms like “baby witch” or infantilizing their interests can seem dismissive or out of touch. It’s crucial to recognize that while children should have safe spaces online, the dominant user base of many apps are legally adults with adult experiences. This means apps once seen as teen spaces will inevitably reflect more adult conversations and realities—something I’ve personally seen sparks debates about content appropriateness and platform responsibility. Regarding the app dynamics, it’s relevant to acknowledge how cultural moments, like the pandemic, have influenced user behavior and content proliferation. Apps popular before significant societal shifts, like the pandemic over half a decade ago, now carry diverse content representing the broad spectrum of Gen Z experiences—both youthful and adult. Ultimately, respecting Gen Z as adults with their own distinct identity rather than as extended Millennials or perpetual adolescents helps foster more authentic and meaningful online interactions.