Social Media Regulations and Children's Safety in Turkey
Today, social media has a big place in the lives of our children and young people. However, the content offered by these platforms is accessible in an uncontrolled and unsupervised manner, may negatively affect the psychological and social development of childrenTurkey plans to take important steps in this regard and the statements made in this context are remarkable.
Social Media Ban for Under 16s
Following Australia’s decision to ban social media for those under the age of 16, there are signs that similar regulations will be implemented in Turkey. The statements of Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu form the basis of the steps to be taken in this regard. Minister Uraloğlu said, “We do not want our children under the age of 16 to enter social media,” and emphasized that children in this age group should be protected from the digital world.
Gaming Platforms and Child Safety
Minister Uraloğlu stated that in addition to the social media ban, gaming platforms will also be inspected. The aim here is to Useful games for children to play is not to prevent them, but to protect them from harmful content. In addition to game addiction, the dangers they may encounter on the internet should also be taken into consideration.
Erdoğan Warns About Screen Addiction
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan also touched upon the issue of screen addiction at the Education Complex Opening Ceremony. He drew attention to the seriousness of this issue by saying, “Screen addiction, which has spread like a plague in society, is at the top of our agenda.” Erdoğan said, on using social media and digital platforms He stated that we need to provide guidance. At this point, families and educators have a great responsibility.
New Measures in Digital Media Control
President Erdoğan announced that new measures will be taken to combat problems originating from digital media. Sharing platforms tighter control and measures such as imposing age restrictions on its use are being evaluated in this context. Such regulations will be implemented to restrict children's access to harmful content.
Protecting Children in the Digital World
Protecting children in the digital world is not limited to just imposing bans. Families should give their children advice on digital media use. a proper education Providing them with information about safe internet use, social media interactions and the dangers they may encounter in the digital world plays an important role in this process. It is also necessary to help children understand the negative situations they may encounter while using social media platforms.
Negative Effects of the Internet and Solutions
Excessive use of the Internet can lead to various psychological problems in children. Loneliness, social isolation, anxiety and depression Situations like these are seen more frequently as the time spent in the digital world increases. Therefore, families should be encouraged to spend quality time with their children, increase their social interactions and engage in physical activities.
As a result
The measures to be taken regarding social media and digital platforms in Turkey are of great importance for the safety of children. Families, educators and the government should act with a common understanding on this issue and ensure that our children are not exposed to the digital world. must ensure their safe existenceEducation, supervision and awareness-raising activities are essential to protect our children, who are the guarantee of our future.
