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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 28 MIN

U.K. Announces Plan to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16, But Social Media Isn't The Only Problem...

from Brain Squeeze · host Noni Juice

In today's Brain Squeeze episode, the United Kingdom government announced their plan to place a ban on social media for all children under the age of 16 and it's starting some conversations. They said they have concerns about children's mental health, online safety, cyberbullying, harmful content and excessive screen time. The restrictions are expected to take effect in 2027. But is social media the only issue? I feel like it's only PART of the real problem...so let's get into these juicy thoughts!

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