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flag Australia bans social media for under-16s, citing mental health risks linked to device use.

flag Australia has banned social media for children under the age of 16, effective December 10, 2025, becoming the first country to do so. flag The move is based on growing scientific evidence from large studies, including the NIH's ABCD study, that link compulsive device use to an increased risk of suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline in adolescents. flag According to research, addictive patterns, such as distress when separated from devices, are more strongly associated with mental health risks than total screen time. flag Heavy social media use is associated with aggression and rule breaking, whereas excessive video game play is associated with anxiety and depression. flag U.S. States are enacting similar restrictions, and public health officials, including Louisiana's Deputy Surgeon General, are urging parents to limit screen time and social media use for children under the age of 15.

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