As much of a problem as social media platforms can be, nobody should be looking to Congress for help.

There’s little doubt that the internet is packing a wallop on American children. The average American teenager spends as much as five hours a day on social media, with YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok being particular favorites. And as any responsible parent or educator will tell you, the sheer length of time children spend on social media has serious consequences —  among them, anxiety, depression, listlessness, and low self-esteem.