Leopoldina Proposal: "No Social Media Accounts for Under 13-Year-Olds"
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The Leopoldina has put forward proposals to better protect children and young people from the effects of social media. There should be a ban on the use of children under the age of 13.
The Leopoldina National Academy has put forward measures to better protect children and young people from the effects of social media. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed to set up social media accounts at all.
According to Green politician Özdemir, the Leopoldina now also demands stricter rules for children and young people on social media. It proposes more control by parents, automatic breaks and an age limit.
No own accounts under 13, accompanied use for young people: The Leopoldina proposes some drastic measures for the protection of minors on the Internet.
There is plenty of room for creativity in social media, but also for dangers - especially for children and young people. Scientists are pushing for rapid changes, because the situation is acute.

Germany is discussing a social media ban for young people. Australia already has it. But it's not just about young users.
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