In recent years, the pervasive influence of social media has raised significant concerns about its impact on youth.
Allegations of Harm: Social Media's Impact on Youth Mental Health and Safety
In the lawsuit, social media companies are alleged to have created algorithms designed to addict children and lead them to images promoting eating disorders, self-harm, suicide attempts and suicide. The lawsuit further alleges that the social media companies failed to warn about known negative health effects associated with use of their platforms and failed to verify the ages of users.
Injuries linked to the use of these social media platforms include:
- Suicide
- Attempted suicide and/or physical self harm
- Diagnosed eating disorders
If your child suffered harm from social media, you may be eligible for compensation.
