Australian parents and experts campaign to raise age limit for social media access to 16 due to mental health concerns.

Australian parents and experts are campaigning for the age limit for social media access to be raised to 16 due to the detrimental impact of social media on the mental health and well-being of teenagers. Children under 19 have seen a 200% increase in eating disorders and suicide rates have soared. The campaign, "Let Them Be Kids," highlights the risks associated with social media use and aims to provide actionable advice for parents to protect their children online.

May 18, 2024
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