Australia's ban on Social Media for Children, is this a good or bad thing to do?

Discussion:
• What happened? On December 10, 2025, Australia became the first country to enforce a blanket ban on social media for anyone under 16. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, Reddit, and Facebook must delete underage accounts or face fines up to A$49.5 million.
• Why? The government argues that social media design features exploit children’s psychology, encouraging excessive use and exposing them to harmful content.
• Reactions: Parents and child-safety advocates are supportive, while tech companies, privacy groups, and some teens argue it’s too blunt an instrument.