Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll – DW – 11/30/2024
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A survey has shown that a majority in Germany would support banning social media use for those under 16. This week, Australian lawmakers approved legislation to that effect.

Summary

A YouGov poll revealed that 77% of Germans support banning social media for those under 16, similar to a new Australian law.

The survey found that 82% believe social media harms young people, citing harmful content and addiction.

In Australia, the law fines platforms up to AUD 49.5 million (€30.5M) for allowing under-16s to create accounts, with enforcement trials set before implementation next year. Critics

  • @Rice_DaddyEnglish
    -11•3 days ago

    In a country were people believe that practice of safe sex can be taught by 14, I can’t fathom why they think responsible Internet practice can’t be taught earlier than 16.

    EDIT: Noticed a typo. They always seem to be in bad places… Changed to why they think responsible Internet practice CAN’T be taught until 16, that there are commonly considered more serious things set at a you get age.

    • RoflmasterbigpimpEnglish
      11•3 days ago

      You know that 14 is the Age of Consent to have sex with other 14 year olds?

      We learn about Sex in the 3./4. Grade, (8-10 years old) and more in the 5. Grade, and even more in terms of genetics in later Grades.

      So maybe check your facts before you post missinformation.

      • @Rice_DaddyEnglish
        -3•3 days ago

        I’m pointing to the fickle nature on how we determine what age people should be allowed to do different things, which is particularly ironic in Germany.

        I also agree that social media have a lot of risks, but 16 for social media seems very old compared to what we should do about it.