Australia's federal government plans to ban under-16s from using social media due to rising concerns about mental health among young users. However, a review of 70 reports highlights that simply imposing a ban may not be a comprehensive solution. Experts suggest that a multi-faceted approach combining the efforts of governments, tech companies, and the youth themselves is necessary to create safer online environments while addressing prevalent issues like cyberbullying and harmful content. The focus should be on improving content moderation and handling user data responsibly.
Only a coordinated approach between governments, regulators, tech companies, and young people will address youth mental health and online safety.
The verdict is that we need a much more thoughtful response than just a ban on young people from social media platforms.
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