In this intriguing discussion, Dr. Kate Harrison Brennan, a public policy expert, and Dr. Alexis Whitton, a psychologist specializing in digital mental health, explore the intricate landscape of bans. They delve into historical successes and failures of bans, from tobacco to gun reforms, revealing how unintended consequences often arise. With the new social media restrictions for under-16s, they examine the factors that influence ban effectiveness and the complexities of proving harm related to social media, all while considering youth perspectives and parental concerns.
