Experts have raised concerns around the government's proposed social media curfew aimed at reducing children's online exposure to harmful content. Research indicates that such restrictions may not yield positive outcomes; instead, they could increase feelings of isolation among teenagers. A law limiting social media usage to two hours daily before 10 pm is being considered, yet experts emphasize the lack of evidence supporting curfews as a solution. A significant study has shown the adverse effects of excessive social media use, prompting calls for more effective strategies to mitigate its risks.
The proposed social media curfew may not enhance children's online safety, with experts warning that it could lead to increased isolation and social problems.
The evidence suggests that enforcing a social media curfew wouldn’t effectively reduce screen time and might delay issues concerning harmful content access.
Professor Peter Etchells states, 'If we're worried that social media is harmful, bans don't fix those problems - they just delay access.'
While 50% of young Britons believe a social media curfew could benefit them, studies indicate that solving social media's harms requires better approaches.
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