'Never seen anything like it': Malarndirri McCarthy on youth social media impact

Assistant Minister for Indigenous Australians Malarndirri McCarthy says she has “never seen anything like” the impact social media is having on young Australians. “I do believe that our youth are being extremely influenced in such a negative way,” Ms McCarthy told Sky News Australia. “Especially those as young as 9, 10, 11, 12, when their minds are still being developed, it is hard for them to be able to filter the information in a way that protects them but also protects their families.” Need to talk to someone? Don't go it alone. Please reach out for help. Lifeline: 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au Headspace: 1800 650 890 or headspace.org.au 13YARN: Speak to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter on 13 92 76 or visit 13yarn.org.au Are you anxious? Take the Beyond Blue quiz to see how you’re tracking and whether you could benefit from support