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youth mental health
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focustaiwan.twtechnology26 days ago
Father of 14-year-old who died by suicide urges government action on social media
Mariano Janin, father of Mia Janin, called for stronger regulation of social media companies after an inquest linked his daughter's death to online bullying on Snapchat and TikTok.
The Independentworld30 days ago
Protesters Urge UK Government to Regulate Tech Firms Instead of Banning Social Media for Under-16s
Demonstrators gathered outside government offices and Meta headquarters on Friday to oppose a proposed social media ban for people under 16. The group called for a four per cent tax on tech company revenue to fund mental health services and community platforms.
financialpost.comtechnology30 days ago
Meta Settles Lawsuit With Kentucky School District Over Social Media Use
Meta reached a settlement with Breathitt County School District in Kentucky. YouTube, Snap, and TikTok settled similar claims from the same district earlier. The case was set to be the first federal bellwether trial in a larger group of lawsuits.
manilatimes.networld34 days ago
CBS News Examines Outcomes of Youth Residential Treatment Programs
CBS News reports on two teenagers who attended residential treatment programs and reported different results. The network is reviewing whether these programs deliver the mental health support teens need.
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Meta Launches Parental Supervision Tools for AI Chatbot Amid Provincial Discussions on Youth AI Restrictions
Meta has introduced new supervision tools allowing parents to monitor teens' AI chatbot interactions on its platforms. This comes amid lawsuits against AI firms and research highlighting mental health risks for youth. Provincial governments in Canada are considering restrictions…
news.sky.comworld51 days ago
War in Israel Deepens Challenges for At-Risk Children and Youth
The ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxies has intensified difficulties for at-risk youth in Israel, according to government data and mental health reports. Statistics show increases in trauma-related conditions and displacements affecting thousands of children. Support strat…
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Colorado Mother Describes Son's Recovery from Online Grooming and Self-Harm
A Colorado mother reported that her 14-year-old son became involved with online networks that encouraged self-harm and radical views. After hospitalization and therapy, he reduced online time and engaged in offline activities, leading to improvement. The FBI has warned about such…
rte.iefinance74 days ago
Greece Announces Social Media Ban for Children Under 15 Starting January 2026
Greece plans to prohibit social media access for individuals under 15 from January 2026, pending parliamentary approval. The measure addresses concerns over anxiety, sleep issues, and platform addictiveness. Similar restrictions are under consideration or implemented in countries…