CroatiaThe European Commission is accelerating preparations for potential restrictions on children's access to social media platforms, according to a report prepared by experts led by child psychiatrist Jörg Fegert and social epidemiologist Maria Melchior. While the report does not directly recommend banning social media for minors or set age limits, it leaves room for future measures. The European Commission could present a concrete legislative proposal by September, according to four European officials cited by Politico. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has repeatedly expressed concerns about the impact of social media on children and supports the need for European rules to better protect minors online. The report aims to convince skeptical member states that there are solid scientific arguments for common European regulations. Most countries support age restrictions, with Poland’s Minister for Digital Issues, Dariusz Stander, noting that 14 member states already back the idea. However, technologically advanced nations oppose a complete ban, arguing for more effective methods of protecting children rather than restricting access entirely. Some experts warn that a general ban on
Bias read (Center): The article presents both sides of the debate regarding social media restrictions for children, including support from multiple European countries and concerns raised by some experts about potential negative impacts on children's rights. It does not exhibit clear bias toward one side but provides a
