Australia Banned Social Media for Kids—Should the United States?

Australia Banned Social Media for Kids—Should the United States?

By limiting teens’ social media use, Australia hopes to reduce mental health harms. Would a similar step safeguard the mental health risks of U.S. teens?

Australian Social Media Regulation: When “Banning” Isn’t a Ban

On December 10, Australia’s long-awaited and much-heralded provisions governing social media use by individuals under 16 came into force. This regulation, which is widely described as banning under-16s from social media platforms, is being closely watched by Denmark, the European Commission, France, Greece, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Romania—all of which are considering similar regulations. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese d…

Support on offer after social media ban

FOLLOWING last week's commencement of a social media for children under the age of 16, the Victorian State Government is offering new resources in schools to help students, teachers and parents navigate the impacts of change and limit screentime. Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Ben Carroll, recently announced new ScrollSafe resources, which are designed […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content.

Australia Social Media Ban: Teens Find New Apps

Australia’s Social Media Ban Drives Youth to Emerging Apps, Raising New Concerns Australia became the first… The post Australia Social Media Ban: Teens Find New Apps appeared first on TIme News.