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Under-16s find it challenging to limit their social media use even if restrictions are imposed.

Social IssuesCultureYouthPoliticsApr 22, 2026score 0.272 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances
A BBC article discusses under-16s' perspectives on potential government-imposed social media usage limits. The posts highlight the difficulty children face in resisting social media use despite possible restrictions.

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Under-16s find it challenging to limit their social media use even if restrictions are imposed.
Parent: Government RegulationEntity: Social Media Usage LimitsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Under-16s' ability to resist social media use despite restrictions

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'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2934ep3zro?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub Posted into Education and Family @education-and-family-BBCNews
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'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2934ep3zro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss (c) #BBC #News
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'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2934ep3zro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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