Social media has become a central part of young people’s lives, but at what cost? A growing body of research is examining its impact on anxiety, depression, and the wider youth mental health crisis. So, what should we do about it? Should governments step in? Would age restrictions or an outright ban work, and what might the unintended consequences be? In the latest episode of CounterCulture, the panel debates the evidence, the role of parents and technology companies, and whether government regulation is the answer.



