Australia’s plan to ban children from social media proves popular and problematic
The Australian government's plan to ban children from social media to protect them from harm has won almost universal ...
Researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media use among young people
A groundbreaking new study conducted by the University of South Florida will track young people through 2050 to learn more ...
There is reliable evidence social media harms young people—debates about it are a misdirection
The Australian government is developing legislation that will ban children under 16 from social media. There has been a huge ...
Teens are using AI, but are worried about what it means for their futures
The vast majority of teens view AI risks as a top issue for government regulation. According to The Center for Youth and AI ...
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Parents Welcome Instagram Teen Accounts Amid Online Safety Worries
Social media platforms are trying to make online spaces safer for kids. Parents are pleased, but there's still more to do.
U.S. states finally starting to establish protections for kids of family vloggers
California has the Coogan Act, which protects the financial interests of entertainers under 18. But this was passed in 1939, ...
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Tech and social media bans alone cannot fix teen mental health
You’re probably not worried about the role that Strava is playing in the teen mental health crisis. But you should be. Strava ...
Australia will require social media platforms to act to prevent online harm to users
Australia plans to require social media platforms to act to prevent online harms to users such as bullying, predatory ...
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PTA has VPNs in crosshairs in fight against adult content
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced on Wednesday that the use of virtual private networks (VPNs) will be ...
How to reduce social media stress by leaning in instead of logging off
Young people's mental health may depend on how they use social media, rather than how much time they spend using it, ...
PIP, Income Support and Universal Credit claimants could lower broadband bill to £12.50
Social tariffs can help alleviate the financial burden of broadband costs, with the cheapest deals available for as little as ...
Boys Town Hotline reports spike in calls after election
"There were a lot of people who are experiencing either anxiety or just questioning how things were going to impact them in the future," said a hotline supervisor.