Social Media Ban in Australia: A Study Finds Limited Impact on Children's Online Behavior Australia was at the forefront of social media regulation when it introduced a ban on social media for minors in 2018.
The move aimed to protect children's mental health by limiting their exposure to online content. However, a recent study suggests that this ban may not have achieved its intended effect.
Understanding the Social Media Ban The Australian government implemented the ban based on growing concerns about the impact of online content on young people's mental health.