استخدام الأطفال لوسائل التواصل الاجتماعي

Children's Use of Social Media

• Australia is considering a law to prevent children under 16 from using social media platforms.
• The law is designed to protect children from potential online harm.
• Some researchers believe that a total ban on social media platforms will not effectively address the issue.
• A 2022 British government report noted that 60% of children aged 8-11 with social media profiles might be using false ages.
• Children might be using their parents' accounts.
• Platforms like TikTok don't require an account which weakens the implementation of restrictions.
• Researchers are concerned that banning social media overlooks the potential benefits that social media provide to children.
• A 2022 Pew Research Center survey of children aged 13-17 showed that 80% found social media helpful for connecting with friends and family.
• Only 9% felt a negative impact from social media.
• Maintaining contact with family members through social media is important for children who are part of separated, migrant or expat families.
• Introverted children or children with specific interests may benefit from finding community online and using social media for social support.
• Experts suggested better parenting strategies, and raising awareness about safe practices, building trust among parents and children.
• The solution lies more in parenting than in government restrictions.

استراليا تفكر في قانون يمنع الأطفال تحت سن 16 من استخدام وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي. القانون يسعى لحماية الأطفال من الأذى المحتمل على الإنترنت، لكن بعض الباحثين يرون أن الحظر الكامل ليس الحل المناسب. في دراسة، أظهرت أن 80% من الأطفال يعتقدون أن وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي مفيدة للتواصل مع الأصدقاء والعائلة.