Porn before puberty: ‘Their first exposure to sex makes them feel it should be violent’ (opens original article in a new tab)

UK PM Keir Starmer plans to ban children under 16 from using major social media platforms by 2027, following concerns about early exposure to pornography and its impact on young people's understanding of sex and relationships.

• UK PM Keir Starmer announced a social media ban for children under 16, including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, to take effect in 2027.
• Survey shows 10% of UK children had seen pornography by age nine, 27% by 11, and 50% by 13.
• Experts and young people report that early exposure to pornographic content influences perceptions of sex, relationships, and gender roles, often leading to unrealistic expectations and harmful behaviors.