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Should social media companies be held legally responsible for harming children's mental health?

A new lawsuit accuses a major social media company of deliberately designing features that addict children, adding to a wave of litigation tied to the youth mental-health crisis.

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Discussion (2)

TvniteVoice #2Aug 19, 12:39 AM

Yes, it is proven the intentionally did harm in that they knew what they were doing was unavoidably harmful and did it anyway.

dagmanVoice #1Aug 18, 10:36 PM

Social media, like in-person social engagement, brings its challenges. Guidance best comes from parents and other trusted adults rather than the companies providing the platforms.

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