UK considers banning children from using social media

Anh Vũ |

Inappropriate content on social media increases the risk of online bullying, causing serious psychological damage to children at a developing age.

The UK government is launching a feasibility study to consider banning children from using social media, in response to concerns about the platform's negative impact on children's mental health and development.

The study, which looked at factors such as the age at which the ban applies, how it is enforced, and the impact on children’s freedom of expression and privacy, is seen as an important step in efforts to protect children from the dangers of the digital environment.

Experts and child protection organizations have expressed strong support for the initiative, emphasizing that social media not only exposes children to inappropriate content but also increases the risk of cyberbullying, causing serious psychological damage to children at a developing age.

However, enforcing the ban is not expected to be easy. Some are concerned that children may find ways to circumvent the law, continuing to use social media through anonymous tools or accounts. This poses a major challenge for regulators in ensuring the ban's effectiveness.

The results of the study are expected to be published in early 2025. In the meantime, the government recommends that parents increase their supervision of their children’s online activity, and that open conversations about safe social media use are also seen as essential to creating a healthier digital environment for children.

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