Global trends show increasing regulation of youth social media use, with countries like Australia and Spain setting age limits.
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Experts advocate for both government regulation and promoting awareness regarding children’s use of information technology, noting that children’s engagement with social media has drastically regressed into early childhood. Australia has enacted a law prohibiting individuals under 16 from using social media, with significant fines for non-compliant companies, though implementation details are pending. Spain is considering raising the minimum age for social media accounts to 16 and encouraging age verification systems, alongside parental controls and national education campaigns. In France, recommendations suggest phased controls based on age, with a focus on protecting children from profit-driven tech strategies, and many schools already ban mobile phone use during lessons. Romania’s student statute allows teachers to confiscate phones used without permission during lessons. Italy has banned the use of smartphones and tablets in primary and secondary schools, and France’s President has called for stricter screen control. Experts emphasize that parental involvement and establishing healthy routines are crucial for managing screen time, which often exceeds health recommendations, leading to issues like sleep disorders and poor eating habits.
