Social media was once seen as a harmless way for young people to connect, learn and entertain themselves. Today, that perception is rapidly changing. Governments around the world are facing growing pressure from parents, educators and child psychologists who argue that unrestricted access to social media can expose children to cyberbullying, harmful content, privacy risks and unhealthy screen habits. As concerns over children’s online safety continue to mount, several countries have begun introducing stricter regulations aimed at limiting when and how young users can access these platforms. Here are five countries that have taken some of the toughest steps yet to regulate social media use among children.
