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Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Three-Month Results

First article: 24 mar. 2026, 13:45 | Last update: 24 mar. 2026, 14:36 | 2 sources | 2 articles
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Australia implemented a ban on social media for individuals under the age of 16. Three months into the ban, initial results are being analyzed to determine its effectiveness and impact on young people's online behavior and mental well-being. The ban aims to protect children from potential harms associated with social media use.

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Australia banned social media for under-16s. Here are the results three months in Foto: The Independent
The Independent Susan M. Sawyer and Sylvia C. Lin 24 mar. 2026, 13:45 (3 hours ago)

Australia banned social media for under-16s. Here are the results three months in

New data offer some insights into the impact of Australia’s world-first legislation to restrict access to social media for children

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Politico EU Eliza Gkritsi 24 mar. 2026, 14:36 (2 hours ago)

Human rights chief warns against banning social media for kids

Restricting online access presents “issues of human rights,” says Michael O’Flaherty from the Council of Europe.

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