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Australia presents first assessment of social media ban
Three months after the introduction of the social media ban for under 16s, a survey shows many young people are still online.
The Australian government has evaluated the impacts three months after the introduction of the social media ban for those under 16. A survey reveals that most young people still maintain active accounts on various platforms. Additionally, some teenagers appear to be turning to alternatives without age restrictions.
The investigation found that while the number of teenagers with social media accounts has slightly decreased, actual usage shows an even lower rate of decline, indicating a limited effect of the ban. Experts had predicted this development in advance.
The survey results raise questions about the effectiveness of the law and suggest that the measure may not have the desired impact on the online behavior of young people.