Majority of Americans Support Banning Social Media for Kids Under 16
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- #Youth Safety
- #Social Media
- #Public Opinion
- 56% of U.S. adults support banning social media for those under 16, with 21% opposed and 23% unsure.
- Support for a ban is widespread across demographic and partisan groups, being highest among adults aged 30-49 and parents of children under 18.
- Beyond a total ban, large majorities support parental consent (85%), age verification (78%), and time limits (78%) for minors on social media, with increased support since 2023.
- Support for these policies is lower among adults under 30 but remains high across all other age groups, parents, and political affiliations.
- Countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, and California lawmakers are considering or have set a minimum age of 16 for social media use.