Australia defends teen social media ban after study shows most still online
Australia's government defended its ban on social media for children under 16 after a study revealed over 80% of teenagers continued using these platforms three months post-implementation. The ban, introduced in December due to concerns over children's mental health, has faced criticism from social media companies and highlighted the challenges of enforcing such restrictions. Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh acknowledged the ban's impact on national discussions, noting that while compliance was not expected to be absolute, it remains a necessary measure.