Cu cât amânăm mai mult accesul copiilor la rețelele sociale, cu atât le protejăm mai bine sănătatea mintală

A recent study from UNSW suggests delaying social media use among children may protect adolescent mental health. Early users showed more anxiety and depression symptoms. The research involved Australian teens aged 10-15 and their parents, revealing that 70% had used social media, with an average starting age of 11. The findings indicate that the age of first use impacts mental health more than merely having an account. Post a proposed ban on social media for under-16s, only a quarter of kids planned to quit, while many sought ways to bypass restrictions. The study highlights the potential benefits of delaying exposure combined with education on healthy digital habits.