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Healthy Digital Childhood
As social media becomes increasingly woven into daily life, its impact on adolescents is becoming harder to ignore. Governments around the world are taking steps to protect young people from the risks social media can pose.
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Results
#1. Which of the following countries was the first to pass legislation banning youth under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms?
Australia passed legislation that went into effect December of 2025 that all children under the age of 16 would be banned from accessing social media sites. While this is an amazing step towards protecting children, a follow up survey done in March 2026 showed that the majority of underaged children still had managed to gain access to their social media sites.
#2. Select all that apply: Which of the following countries are following Australia’s lead to place restrictions on children using social media platforms?
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Many countries in Europe have either passed legislation or are on their way towards passing legislation to protect underaged youth from the pitfalls of social media. As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says, “In Europe, whoever develops a product is responsible for its safety. Car manufacturers must make their vehicles safe. We do not expect children to design their own seatbelts. We do not expect parents to fit airbags at home.” While it is wonderful that the government is seeking to mitigate the damage social media can cause, one of the most effective ways to mitigate the damage is for parents to place and enforce restrictions in their own home.
#3. In what way did the social media giant Meta break New Mexico’s “Unfair Practices Act,” according to a lawsuit brought in 2023?
An investigation done by undercover operatives in New Mexico found that Meta’s platforms would show underage users sexual content without prompting. It also allowed predators to contact and groom minors, leading to devastating situations for young, impressionable users.
#4. Which of the following safety measures will Meta be required to implement should they lose the lawsuit?
In August of 2026, a United States judge ruled that Meta will have to place these restrictions on their platforms in order to protect children, as well as pay a large fine. Meta has appealed the ruling, and the fight to protect children continues. At the moment, the most effective way to ensure children are protected on social media is for parents to step in and regulate their children’s use of it.
#5. Which of the following safety measures will Meta be required to implement should they lose the lawsuit?
In August of 2026, a United States judge ruled that Meta will have to place these restrictions on their platforms in order to protect children, as well as pay a large fine. Meta has appealed the ruling, and the fight to protect children continues. At the moment, the most effective way to ensure children are protected on social media is for parents to step in and regulate their children’s use of it.
#6. What percentage of high school seniors report spending an hour alone daily?
In 2024, 75% of 12th graders surveyed reported that they spent an hour alone everyday, compared to the 43% that reported they did so in the 80’s. This change shows how the social landscape has changed throughout the decades. Instead of hanging out with friends outside of their home, they spend more time alone on social media, where there is unfettered access to danger.
#7. Bonus Question from Last Time: How many abortions occur worldwide each year?
Worldwide, there are approximately 73 million abortions that occur each year. That number equates to about 200,000 abortions per day around the world. In the United States alone, there are between 1,500 and 2,500 abortions per day.