France and the World Health Organization announced a joint statement on July 1, 2026, outlining the health impacts of digital environments for children and youth. The release notes that social‑media platforms, online games and generative AI can offer educational and social benefits but also pose serious risks such as anxiety, depression, sleep disorders and exposure to harmful content. Governments worldwide are responding with age‑restriction laws, requiring platforms to prevent accounts for users under 15 or 16 and to implement safety measures. The WHO calls for independent research, transparent design, age‑appropriate features, and stronger regulation to protect children’s physical and mental well‑being.
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