The Global Story Why are Australian teens being kicked off social media?
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Dec 6, 2024 
Jo Tidy, BBC cyber correspondent, and Katie Watson, BBC Australia correspondent, delve into Australia’s controversial social media ban for teens. They discuss the addictive nature of social media and its impact on youth mental health. The conversation highlights proposed regulations aimed at protecting teens, alongside both the creative benefits and dangers of online engagement. They also tackle the complexities of enforcing age restrictions and the challenges parents face in navigating their children's digital lives.
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Observing Other Parents
- Lucy Hawkins' eldest child is eight years old and not yet on social media.
- She is observing other parents' struggles with teen social media use to formulate her own strategy.
Football and Gaming
- Jo Tidy's eldest child is ten and primarily interested in football and gaming, not yet social media.
- She is open to advice on navigating social media with children.
Australia's Proposed Ban
- Australia proposes a social media ban for under-16s, placing the responsibility of age verification on platforms.
- No exceptions will be made, even with parental consent.