Social MediaJul 31, 2026
Singapore says no to social media age ban, targets features that put young users at risk
SINGAPORE, July 31 — Singapore should focus on making social media platforms safer rather than imposing a ...
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Current reporting, research and professional developments across Social Media, curated for psychologists and behavioral-health professionals.
Social MediaJul 31, 2026
Orbiting: Why Some People Keep Watching Your Life but Never Reach Out
Discover the psychology behind orbiting, the social media behavior of watching someone's life from afar without reconnecting or starting a conversation.
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Most Australian teens still on social media three months after under-16 ban began, study finds
By Christine Chen and Byron Kaye SYDNEY, July 31 (Reuters) - More than 8 in 10 Australian teenagers were still using social media three months after the government's landmark ban on the platforms for ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Most Australian teens still on social media three months after under-16 ban began: Study
More than 8 in 10 Australian teenagers were still using social media three months after the government’s landmark ban on the platforms for under-16s took effect because the tech firms failed to ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Learning, playing and socialising online an important part of growing up: new research
Young people are far from just passive users who are easily influenced by social media, but actually make active choices, which tells us that we as educators, can help guide young people to make good ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Japan urged to debate limiting youth social media use
A panel of experts on Thursday urged the Japanese government to accelerate discussion on whether to introduce blanket age-based restr ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Singapore expert panel suggests tackling harmful social media features instead of imposing age bans
Strengthening age-checking measures online to more accurately identify a user's age. This is one of the recommendations shared by a government-appointed panel that is studying the mental health impact ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Research finds exposure to 'untrustworthy' social media is rare, the fine print is less reassuring
How much of what you see on social media comes from sources that repeatedly post falsehoods? And if that content quietly vanished from your feed, would you believe anything different months later?
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Calmatters: Brazil Gives Parents Social Media Controls For Their Kids. Why Doesnt California?
Like the federal law, the California Consumer Privacy Act, passed in 2018, requires companies to obtain parental permission to collect data on kids under13. But it also protects teens between 13 and ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Draft law unveiled to combat cyberbullying
A newly released draft law on combating cyberbullying has been praised by experts as a people-centered initiative that would establish a collaborative governance framework, uniting all sectors of ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Does screen time harm youth? What the latest guidelines say | Opinion
Concerns surrounding young people’s screen time are widespread. Australia became the first country to ban social media for users under 16 in December 2025, and Denmark, France and the U.K. have since ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Child Health In A Digital Age: The New Mental Health Challenge Parents Are Not Prepared For
Unlike previous generations, children now grow up in an environment where friendships, achievements, appearance and opinions are constantly displayed online ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Understanding healthy screen time for all ages
The Importance of Managing Screen Time How Much Screen Time is Healthy: In our modern world, devices like smartphones, laptops, TVs, and tablets play a crucial role in daily life. Many individuals ...
Social MediaJul 30, 2026
Social media ‘likes’, infinite scrolling and direct messaging linked to poorer youth mental health
Discover how social media features like direct messaging and infinite scrolling can negatively impact youth mental health, with expert recommendations. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Internet platforms subject to fines up to 10 million yuan, lift of permit if violate rules: draft cyberbullying law
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has started soliciting public opinions on a draft law against cyber abuse in a bid to prevent mass dissemination of content involving insults, defamation, ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Bullying leaves lasting emotional scars; psychologists explain why early intervention matters
Schools are adopting empathy-led strategies to tackle bullying. Experts explain why counselling, early intervention and stronger collaboration can help create safer learning environments for every ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Social media ‘likes’, infinite scrolling, direct messaging linked to poorer youth mental health
These features were part of a report on findings and recommendations for healthier and safer social media use among youth. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Final Call: Age Verification and Restricting Social Media for Children, Delhi, 31 July #NAMA
Join experts at MediaNama event on July 31, age verification, child social media restrictions, platform design, privacy, and safety.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Tackle harmful social media features rather than impose total ban to protect the young: expert panel
Problematic features identified by experts include algorithmically-curated feeds and follower metrics. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Singapore expert panel recommends targeting harmful social media features instead of imposing age bans
The government-appointed panel also called for a precautionary approach to regulating social media, stronger age checks, and greater support for parents and young users.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
China targets AI-generated cyberbullying with tougher online safety rules
China is advancing its regulation of online content with a draft law targeting AI-generated cyberbullying.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
China proposes new cyberbullying law to combat AI-generated abuse
China’s ongoing legislative and regulatory push to tackle online abuse has increasingly integrated measures targeting AI-enabled harassment, deepfakes, and automated abuse.The ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
China drafts cyberbullying rules that reach AI-generated abuse
China’s internet regulator has published draft cyberbullying rules that, per Reuters, cover AI-enabled abuse, with heavy detection and logging duties on platforms.
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
China proposes draft anti-cyberbullying law for public consultation
China's top internet regulator released a draft anti-cyberbullying law on Wednesday for public consultation, marking a significant step in the country's efforts to improve the online environment and ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
China releases draft cyberbullying law covering AI-enabled abuse
BEIJING, July 29 (Reuters) - China's cyberspace regulator on Wednesday released a draft law aimed at curbing cyberbullying, including AI-enabled abuse, as Beijing tightens oversight of online bullying ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Delhi High Court PIL seeks social media ban for children under 13, binding online safety rules
According to the petition, the children are increasingly being exposed to sexually explicit and age-inappropriate content, cyberbullying and addictive platform designs that adversely affect their ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
'Class Divide' in Teen Social Media Habits Could Explain Differences Between Heavy and Light Users
But once again, we've got someone spinning noncausal survey results as "social media is bad news for teenagers," despite the fact that most of the teens studied were only moderate users and problems ...
Social MediaJul 29, 2026
Strong family bonds blunt social media’s mental health risks—study
A supportive family environment may be one of the most effective ways to protect young people from the harmful effects of excessive social media use, according to a new study published in the journal ...
Social MediaJul 28, 2026
China unveils draft law to combat cyberbullying
China on Wednesday released a draft law to combat cyberbullying and strengthen protection for victims of online abuse. The 60-article draft will remain open for public comment until Aug. 28, according ...
Social MediaJul 28, 2026
No social media ban
In what is said to be “one of the most comprehensive national assessments ever undertaken” on social media use by minors in Jamaica, the majority of citizens surveyed have baulked at a total ban but ...