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Debate over social media ban's impact on youth media literacy

Original: Welche Auswirkungen hat ein Social Media Verbot auf die Medienkompetenz von Jugendlichen? # socialmedia # KIDSAct # netz

The discussion centres on the KIDS Act and whether banning children and teenagers from social media would weaken their media literacy. Critics of a ban argue that young people need hands-on experience with platforms to learn how to navigate them safely and critically. Supporters counter that age limits protect minors from harm. The debate is unfolding in German-speaking online circles.

Why now: Lawmakers are debating age restrictions for social media use by minors, raising questions about education versus protection.

KIDS Actsocial media platformsyouthGermany

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