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Why banning social media isn’t the answer - ABC News Daily

Why banning social media isn’t the answer - ABC News Daily

Update: 2024-11-11
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The government wants to ban under 16s from social media saying it’s harming children and parents need support. 

It’s a move that has the support of the federal opposition and many parents, but does an outright ban risk cutting off important support and sources of information for young people? 

Today, we explore some alternative ideas to help make social media safer with a cyber safety expert and an advocate for better mental health for young people. 

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Kriti Gupta, youth mental health advocate with ALLKND

Susan McLean, Cyber Safety Solutions

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Why banning social media isn’t the answer - ABC News Daily

Why banning social media isn’t the answer - ABC News Daily