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Ban Social Media for Teens Under 16 | Charleston News
A bold new proposal called “Kids over Clicks” is demanding a social media ban for anyone under sixteen, citing alarming mental health trends in teens—especially girls—linked to smartphone use. Backed by Democratic Project 2029, the plan echoes similar efforts in the UK and Australia, where laws already restrict under-16 accounts. Advocates argue that shielding young minds from addictive algorithms and cyberbullying gives them time to develop emotional resilience before facing the pressures of social media. This growing movement signals a critical reckoning over how technology shapes childhood…
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