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Australia’s Social Media Ban for Children Takes Effect

The measure, which affects anyone under 16, is one of the most sweeping efforts in the world to safeguard young people from the potential harms of the platforms. Read More

How social media shapes tolerance and echo chambers

Open Facebook and the patterns are unmistakable. It can feel like almost every post that we see mirrors our own preferences. Friends and family sharing photos and stories echoing viewpoints you've ... Read More

As it happened: Under-16 social media ban kicks in; eSafety boss says accounts won't 'magically disappear'; Questions over age verification; How the world is reacting

What happens when you suddenly kick millions of teens off social media? We're about to find out with the eyes of the world watching. All sites that meet the government's definition of an ... Read More

International study shows impact of social media on young people

The use of social media is contributing to declining attention spans, emotional volatility, and compulsive behaviors among young people, according to a new report by Nanyang Technological University, ... Read More

Why Is Social Media Harmful to Children and Teens?

Social media platforms are everywhere, and most children and teens have access. Many indicators suggest social media use can harm children's mental health. What can parents do? Read More

Social media isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially for teens with mental health conditions

Teens with diagnosed mental health conditions spend roughly 50 minutes more on social media each day. Those with internalizing conditions report more social comparison, mood shifts from feedback, and ... Read More

Clock Tik-ing: teens waiting for guidance on imminent social media ban

Teenagers are still waiting to be advised from some tech giants about what they’ll need to do when the world-leading under-16 social media ban comes into effect next week. Read More

People Who Never Post Their Personal Lives On Social Media Usually Have These 11 Rare Personality Traits

Social media tends to get a bad rap, but the truth is: it’s not all bad. Many people make great connections, maintain their social circles, build their own sense of identity, and find community online ... Read More

11 Things People Do On Social Media That Seem Normal But Are Actually Kind Of Insane

Social media has become such an integral part of daily life that we never stop to question the bizarre behaviors it encourages. From doomscrolling instead of getting sleep to stalking former flames, ... Read More

Love in the Age of Likes: How Social Media Is Killing Intimacy and Commitment

In an age where everything is instant—meals, messages, likes, validation—it’s no surprise that love and relationships have also been thrown into the microwave. But what’s simmered out of modern ... Read More