The European Union is moving toward stricter social media rules for kids. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, emphasized that children under 3 should avoid screen exposure entirely. She advocates phased access to social media, comparing it to age limits on driving and alcohol. A special EU panel recommended barring access to platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram for children under 13 until companies prove their safety. This initiative reflects growing global efforts to protect young brains from social media harms, with potential age restrictions also for older teens under consideration.
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