Motion: “Should the governance of digital platforms and technology companies include implementing a ‘teenage mode’ to mitigate the negative impacts of technology on young people?”
Key Arguments in Favor
Protects mental health: Heavy social media use is linked with higher anxiety and depression in teens.
Balances screen time: Teens spend ~8.5 hrs/day on screens; “teenage mode” adds nudges and caps.
Improves safety: Filters harmful content and reduces online harassment.
Guides with AI: Promotes positive, interest-based content instead of harmful loops.
Training ground: Builds digital literacy; controls relax as teens grow independent.