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# Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access

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**Published:** June 29, 2026  
**Original:** https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5871225/study-finds-australias-social-media-ban-for-children-has-barely-affected-access  

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## Overview

Despite Australia promising tougher penalties for a world-first social media ban for children, a new study indicates that six months in, the policy has barely affected youth access.

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