Harms Children Face from Social Media and How to Prevent them

Children’s use of social media is a considerable worry for many parents and political figures, and there is much evidence to support their concerns. In Australia, discussions have been made for an age-restricted ban on social media, and both Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have advocated for banning social media for children under 16. However, experts have argued that the solution is more nuanced than simply implementing a ban. Communication Skills Social media has been associated with significant impacts on social development, particularly affecting children’s communication abilities. The rise in social media has resulted in reports of young people struggling to communicate in person or over the phone. ...