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Should India follow Australia's proposed ban on social media for under-16? Jury is still out

IndiaTimes Monday, 11 November 2024 ()
Australia's proposed ban on social media for children under 16 sparks debate among Indian psychologists. While acknowledging the potential mental health benefits, experts highlight implementation challenges and emphasize the need for promoting healthy tech use over outright bans. The American Psychological Association's advisory on problematic social media use among adolescents further fuels the discussion.
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