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Germany Considers Social Media Ban for Under-14s Amid Mental Health Concerns

3/27/2026

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Germany debates potential ban on social media for users under 14, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz backing the plan amid concerns about youth mental health.
Education professor Nina Kolleck argues that banning may be ineffective and suggests addressing harmful algorithms instead.
Students express mixed views, with some believing a ban would boost interest and others preferring parental decisions.
Education experts call for resilience training in schools to counter social media pressure.

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Germany debates potential ban on social media for users under 14, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz backing the plan amid concerns about youth mental health.
Education professor Nina Kolleck argues that banning may be ineffective and suggests addressing harmful algorithms instead.
Students express mixed views, with some believing a ban would boost interest and others preferring parental decisions.
Education experts call for resilience training in schools to counter social media pressure.