Pakistan, Jan. 19 -- Following Australia's move to restrict youth access to social media, the United Kingdom and France are now considering similar bans aimed at protecting children and teenagers from online harm.

Proposed legislation would prevent users under 16 from accessing platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, as governments respond to growing concerns over declining mental health among young people.

Supporters of the ban argue that urgent action is required, with psychologists warning that excessive screen use can negatively affect brain development and contribute to rising anxiety and depression levels.

However, experts remain divided, as some researchers question the strength of existing evidence, arguing that social media al...