71% of People Support Social Media Bans for Children [Infographic]

"Ipsos surveyed over 23,000 adults across 30 countries, and found that the global average support for banning social media use by children under 14 now stands at 71%, with significant increases in support in most regions compared to the previous year."

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Ipsos surveyed over 23,000 adults across 30 countries. The global average support for banning social media use by children under 14 stands at 71%. Support increased significantly in most regions compared to the previous year. The finding reflects widespread concern about the effects of social media on younger children. The rise in support across multiple regions indicates a cross-national trend rather than an isolated change. The large, multi-country sample provides a broad snapshot of public opinion on age-based social media restrictions. The level of support may influence policymakers, platform regulations, and parental decisions regarding children's online access.

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