Efectul interzicerii: utilizarea rețelelor sociale în Australia crește în rândul tinerilor sub 16 ani

The use of social media among Australians under 16 has surged again after a ban was implemented in late 2025. Data from a parental control app shows an increase in adolescent social media usage, surpassing pre-ban levels. Despite a decline following the law's enactment, platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram have seen rising engagement. Experts suggest that young users may bypass restrictions using VPNs or by falsifying their age. Additionally, there has been a notable shift towards WhatsApp, which remains unaffected by the ban. Authorities aim to protect children from online harassment and predatory algorithms.