Midnight social media curfew, infinite scrolling limits proposed for older teens
The U.K. government has proposed new safety measures for 16- and 17-year-olds, including a midnight social media curfew and restrictions on addictive features like infinite scrolling. These proposals follow successful trials that indicated improved sleep and mental health among teens when such restrictions were applied.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in government policy toward regulating social media design to protect adolescent mental health and well-being.
The U.K. government on Wednesday proposed new measures to protect older teens on social media, including a midnight curfew and a limit to infinite scrolling, as tech giants continue to face scrutiny over online safety.
The article reports on government proposals and trial results, acknowledging both the health benefits and the social trade-offs for teens.
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