Social Media Addiction Lawsuit: Landmark Trial Challenges Platforms Over Child Harm
Jessica Sherer
A landmark trial puts social media companies under scrutiny for intentionally designing their platforms to addict children.
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Article Category: Adolescents
Dusting: A Deadly Trend Of Inhalant Abuse
Jessica Sherer
Dusting is a dangerous form of inhalant abuse increasingly seen in teenagers where users inhale computer keyboard dusting spray to get high.
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New York Bans ‘Addictive Social Media Feeds’ For Teens
Zachary Pottle
Two bills signed by New York governor, Kathy Hochul, are targeted at harmful social media algorithms and ‘addictive feeds.’
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High Schoolers Who Use Marijuana Or Alcohol Have More Suicidal Thoughts
Zachary Pottle
A recent study has found that high school students who use nicotine, alcohol, or marijuana struggle with increased thoughts of suicide.
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Nearly Half Of All UK Teens Feel Addicted To Social Media
Zachary Pottle
According to a recent study, nearly half of all UK teens say they are addicted to social media, with experts citing algorithms as the culprit.
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Hundreds Of Families Suing Social Media Giants
Hannah Zwemer
More than 1,200 families are suing social media companies like Meta, citing social media as the cause for kids' mental health concerns.
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Marijuana And Hallucinogen Use In Young Adults Peaks
Zachary Pottle
A recent study has found that Marijuana and Hallucinogen use among young adults are at their highest rates since 1988.
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Teen Drug Usage Down Within The Last Year
Hannah Zwemer
Reports show teen drug usage has noticeably declined in 2021. The pandemic and altered day-to-day living may be a strong indicator.
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New Instagram Tool Addresses Social Media Addiction
Emily Murray
After much criticism, Instagram has added a new tool which they hope will help lower the risk for social media addiction.
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