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Australia Bans Kids From Social Media?! 🤯 Australia is taking a bold step to protect its youth by banning those under 16 from accessing social media platforms. This decision, while lauded by some as a necessary measure to address mental health concerns and potential harms, faces criticism regarding enforceability and potential overreach. The ban raises global questions about the balance between protecting young people online and respecting individual liberties in the digital age. Episode: https://lnkd.in/gVYwnjMg Byte-Sized Tech: https://lnkd.in/gbpiMjxK #SocialMediaRegulation, #YouthMentalHealth, #DigitalSafety, #Australia

🚨 Concerned about the impact of social media on our kids? 🚨 Recent studies have shed light on the alarming trend of declining happiness, motivation, and overall health among children and teenagers, with social media often identified as a significant contributing factor. 📉 Research suggests that excessive screen time and social media use can lead to decreased happiness levels, diminished motivation, and negative effects on mental and physical health. 💡 Just listened to an insightful discussion on the Valuetainment podcast, where Patrick Bet-David explores the question of whether social media should have age requirements. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently proposed legislation requiring kids to be at least 14 years old to use social media. It was a thought-provoking discussion that highlights the importance of considering age-appropriate access to social platforms. As parents, educators, and community members, it's crucial that we recognize the potential dangers of unrestricted access to social media platforms for our youth. By fostering open communication, setting healthy boundaries, and promoting digital literacy, we can help mitigate the harmful effects and empower our children to navigate the digital world safely. #SocialMediaImpact #ChildHealth #DigitalWellbeing #ParentingConcerns 📱👧🧑🚸 https://lnkd.in/gB5h4eiT

Worth a read for all the points to consider about adolescent cell phone and social media use. Thanks Ray Estefania, MS, LMHC, CAP, CIP, ICADC https://lnkd.in/g64zqsip

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Research shows that the average adult is on the internet 100+ minutes a day, and up to an hour and a half on social media. During April’s Family Strengthening Month, consider swapping some of that time for true-bonding, family-strengthening Random Acts of Connection. #FamilyStrengtheningMonth

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🌟 The Alannah & Madeline Foundation welcomes the release of the 2024 Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society's report - aptly titled 'The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly'. The report dives deep into the benefits, risks, and harms of social media—shining a spotlight on the unique challenges children and young people face online. Key recommendations, such as embedding safety by design, giving more control to users, and strengthening transparency, offer a pathway to safer online spaces. It signals a major step forward in understanding the complex and nuanced issues surrounding social media platforms. https://ow.ly/k81k50U9HVv #DigitalSafety #ChildProtection #SafetyByDesign #Advocacy

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Should NZ follow in Australia's footsteps and impose a social media ban for under 16's? I had a lively member discussion earlier in the week on this. Pros and Cons, parental responsibilities, education and taking a watching brief approach were all in scope. Check out my writeup on this debate here. What do you think? https://lnkd.in/gcTanpDK