Australia and Spain lead global efforts to manage children's screen time

Australia and Spain are taking significant steps to address children's screen time. Australia has passed a law banning social media for those under 16, while Spain plans to raise the minimum age for social media accounts from 14 to 16. In Spain, grassroots movements are emerging, with parents delaying phone access for their children until age 16. Initiatives like "Adolescencia Libre de Móviles" are gaining traction, promoting the idea that delaying phone use is beneficial for children. Other countries are also exploring solutions. France recommends no smartphones before age 13, while Italy has banned mobile devices in schools. Germany is debating restrictions, with some officials advocating for a complete ban on smartphones for younger children.