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Report: TikTok Lawsuit Reveals Concerning Details About Kids and Social Media Addiction

TikTok's internal documents reveal knowledge of addiction risks among youth and lack of concrete efforts to mitigate them.

Mental Health Services Should Be On Site in Vulnerable Housing Communities

Mental health crises in NYC disproportionately impact at-risk populations, affecting job security and housing stability.

New York's SAFE for Kids Act drives Instagram's changes to protect minors

New York's SAFE for Kids Act has prompted nationwide changes, leading social media platforms to implement stronger protections for minors.

CDC confirms link between teen social media use and mental health struggles

Frequent social media use among high school students significantly affects mental health, leading to increased bullying and higher suicide risk.

School stood by as bullies drove a 12-year-old to attempt suicide, lawsuit alleges

Bullying can lead to severe mental health consequences, including suicide attempts and lasting damage.
There is a growing crisis of youth mental health, particularly among children of color.
Societal desensitization towards bullying requires urgent accountability and action.

LGBTQ+ crisis hotlines report uptick in calls after Trump victory

There is a significant increase in crisis hotline calls from LGBTQ+ youths post-election, primarily driven by fear and isolation.

Report: TikTok Lawsuit Reveals Concerning Details About Kids and Social Media Addiction

TikTok's internal documents reveal knowledge of addiction risks among youth and lack of concrete efforts to mitigate them.

Mental Health Services Should Be On Site in Vulnerable Housing Communities

Mental health crises in NYC disproportionately impact at-risk populations, affecting job security and housing stability.

New York's SAFE for Kids Act drives Instagram's changes to protect minors

New York's SAFE for Kids Act has prompted nationwide changes, leading social media platforms to implement stronger protections for minors.

CDC confirms link between teen social media use and mental health struggles

Frequent social media use among high school students significantly affects mental health, leading to increased bullying and higher suicide risk.

School stood by as bullies drove a 12-year-old to attempt suicide, lawsuit alleges

Bullying can lead to severe mental health consequences, including suicide attempts and lasting damage.
There is a growing crisis of youth mental health, particularly among children of color.
Societal desensitization towards bullying requires urgent accountability and action.

LGBTQ+ crisis hotlines report uptick in calls after Trump victory

There is a significant increase in crisis hotline calls from LGBTQ+ youths post-election, primarily driven by fear and isolation.
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Social media companies made $11 billion in U.S. ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds

Social media companies collectively made over $11 billion in U.S. advertising revenue from minors last year, according to a study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health published on Wednesday.

Study: Social media companies made $11B in ad revenue from minors

By Barbara Ortutay and Haleluya Hadera | Associated Press Social media companies collectively made over $11 billion in U.S. advertising revenue from minors last year, according to a study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health published on Wednesday.

Social media companies made $11 billion in US ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds

The researchers say the findings show a need for government regulation of social media since the companies that stand to make money from children who use their platforms have failed to meaningfully self-regulate.

Menty B,' grippy sock vacation': Is Gen Z's use of mental health slang helping or hurting?

Mental health conversations are thriving on TikTok, especially among Gen Z
Youth rates of poor mental health are soaring and collective mental health across generations is in rough shape
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As teen suicide spikes, school policies may be making things worse

The median age for teen suicide in Los Angeles County has dropped to 16, the youngest ever.
Experts struggle to explain the increase in teen suicide, with theories including social media, access to firearms, medication regulations, and hormonal contraceptives.
In California, the rate of teen suicide is higher among Black and Asian youths compared to white youths.

He died training for L.A. teen crisis hotline. His parents want all to know the number

Asking someone directly if they are contemplating suicide can save lives.
Many schools in California forbid the acknowledgment of student suicides despite state laws mandating suicide prevention.

As teen suicide spikes, school policies may be making things worse

The median age for teen suicide in Los Angeles County has dropped to 16, the youngest ever.
Experts struggle to explain the increase in teen suicide, with theories including social media, access to firearms, medication regulations, and hormonal contraceptives.
In California, the rate of teen suicide is higher among Black and Asian youths compared to white youths.

He died training for L.A. teen crisis hotline. His parents want all to know the number

Asking someone directly if they are contemplating suicide can save lives.
Many schools in California forbid the acknowledgment of student suicides despite state laws mandating suicide prevention.
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