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Concerns about the impact of social media on the mental health of children, particularly girls, have gained attention from both the Democratic and Republican parties.
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Psychologist Jonathan Haidt highlights this issue in his book “The Anxious Generation,” stressing that the shift from the physical world to the virtual world is disastrous, and while some argue that anxiety is a moral panic, the evidence supports the harmful effects of social media on young people, and the challenge lies in… In finding solutions to mitigate these effects.
According to the New York Times, despite efforts to regulate online safety, little progress has been made at the federal level.
State governments have attempted to enact their own laws, but many have been challenged on First Amendment grounds.
New York is working on legislation to target predatory social media apps without violating freedom of expression, but its success remains uncertain.
To address the problem of children’s over-participation online, it is necessary to provide alternative spaces and activities for them to participate in by creating environments that promote physical interaction and freedom, where children can have fulfilling offline experiences. Ultimately, a balanced approach to children’s well-being includes regulating social media platforms and nurturing connections. in the real world.
