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Restricting social media would hurt young people's access to support
Original: "Restricting social media will not make public transport easier to use, youth clubs more welcoming or local venues less
A widely shared argument says restricting social media will not improve public transport, youth clubs or local venues for young people. Instead, it would cut off a key route through which young people — including autistic and neurodivergent youth — gather the information and contacts they need to navigate those settings. Critics of restriction plans argue the focus should be on making real-world services more accessible rather than removing online networks.
Why now: Ongoing debates about banning or restricting social media for young people have prompted pushback from those who rely on it for information and community.
social mediayoung peopleautistic communitypublic transportyouth clubs
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