Business - Australian social media ban for kids tackles 'addiction economy', ScrollAware says

πŸ€” "The biggest risk is not taking any risk..." πŸš€ Mark Zuckerberg may be worried about this ban, but I think this is a much needed step forward to protect our youth from the dark side of social media! πŸ‘ By having platforms regulated and education incorporated, we can ensure that young people are equipped with the skills they need to thrive online. It's time for tech companies to put their users first instead of just making money πŸ’Έ
 
Ugh, I'm so done with these platforms 🀯! Like, can't they see how much damage they're doing to our young minds? πŸ€• I mean, think about it, they're basically addicting kids to an endless scroll of curated highlight reels and manufactured drama 😩. It's like they're trying to create a generation of attention-seeking, anxiety-ridden zombies πŸ§ πŸ’€!

And don't even get me started on the "addiction economy" πŸ˜’ - it's like these companies are profiting off our kids' suffering πŸ€‘. I'm all for holding them accountable, but this ban is a good starting point πŸŽ‰. But we need to take it a step further and educate our kids about online safety and critical thinking skills πŸ’‘. Can't just slap a ban on the issue and expect everything to magically fix itself πŸ˜’. We need to equip them with the tools they need to navigate these platforms responsibly 🀝.

I'm so glad someone like Jess Butcher is speaking out about this πŸ™Œ. She's right, policymakers have been too slow to act, but now it seems like there's a growing trend towards regulation πŸ’ͺ. Let's keep pushing for change and create healthier online habits 🌱. We owe it to our kids to give them the best possible chance at a happy, healthy life πŸ™.
 
the good news is that australia is finally taking action to regulate social media for kids πŸ™Œ, it's crazy to think that tech companies haven't been doing enough to protect minors from the negative effects of endless scrolling and consumption... but we gotta be real, this ban won't fix everything on its own. education and critical thinking skills are key, so young people can navigate these platforms safely and responsibly πŸ€”. i mean, what's the point of banning certain platforms if kids just gonna find new ones that do the same thing? let's not forget, regulation is just the start...
 
I'm glad to see Australia taking action on this 😊. I mean, who doesn't know that excessive screen time can be bad for young minds? 🀯 But, gotta say, it's a bit concerning that the government is stepping in so quickly. Don't get me wrong, regulation is necessary, but shouldn't we also be teaching kids how to critically think about what they're seeing online? πŸ€” It's like, just banning certain platforms isn't going to magically fix the problem. We need education and guidance on how to use social media responsibly.

And what about the impact on free speech and creativity? I mean, aren't some of these platforms hubs for artists and writers to connect with others? πŸ“šπŸ’» Do we really want to stifle that just because of concerns about mental health? Not saying it's a zero-sum game, but let's not forget the bigger picture here.
 
omg this is a huge step in the right direction πŸ™Œ australia finally taking action on how toxic social media can be for kids. i'm not surprised though, all us parents are sick of seeing our kids glued to their screens 24/7 and feeling like they're losing themselves in the process 😩. but seriously, it's time we start taking responsibility for our online presence and educating ourselves (and our kids) on how to use social media safely and responsibly πŸ“š. this ban is just the beginning and i hope it sparks a bigger conversation about creating healthier online habits and spaces for young people πŸ’».
 
I'm all for this ban πŸ™Œ, I mean, think about it, kids under 16 are still developing their brains and social skills, they shouldn't be exposed to all that drama and comparison on social media 😩. It's like trying to show a toddler the entire internet - just too much info! But seriously, it's crazy how some platforms can hook you in with endless scrolling and stuff... I've been guilty of wasting hours on TikTok myself πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ.

Anyway, I think this ban is a good start, but like Jess Butcher said, we need to educate them too πŸ“š. We gotta teach kids (and adults!) how to critically think about what they're consuming online and make healthy choices... it's all about finding that balance, you know? 🀝
 
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