Social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat are increasingly scrutinized by policymakers worldwide due to concerns over their effects on youth mental health. Experts like Professor Christian Montag highlight issues such as cyberbullying and body image pressure, particularly among young girls. Australia has enacted stringent laws banning social media use for those under 16, with similar proposals emerging in Florida and support in Switzerland. The discussion continues on whether banning access or teaching healthy usage is the better approach, emphasizing the need for media literacy in a digital society.