Most Americans Support Banning Social Media for Under-16s
- Source
- Pew Research Center
- Time
- 6:35 AM
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- 94/100
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center indicates that 56% of U.S. adults support a ban on social media use for individuals under the age of 16. This finding aligns with a growing international trend, as countries like Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom evaluate similar age-based restrictions.
In the United States, while most platforms currently set a minimum age of 13, state lawmakers in California are among those considering legislation to raise the threshold. Beyond a total ban, the study found widespread and increasing support for other regulatory measures aimed at younger users.