Constitutional challenge to social media ban is on the cards, and teen activists could be the key

A constitutional fight is brewing over Australia's world-first social media ban, according to top legal scholars.
Pew Research Center

42% of social media users say the sites are important for them getting involved with political, social issues

Younger adults on social media are much more likely than older users to say social media is important for finding like-minded people and getting involved.

Dangerous Social Media Challenges Leave 17-Year-Old Dead and 20-Year-Old with Permanent 'Catastrophic Head Injuries': Authorities

Two Pennsylvania teens have been charged after a 17-year-old was killed and a 20-year-old was left with permanent ...
wjla

Dangerous social media challenges could leave behind lifelong injuries

Dangerous challenges on social media are becoming much more common among teens. Videos showing teens harming themselves to gain attention or follow the latest social media trends are surfacing all ...

Social Media Giants Lose Challenge to Experts Testifying on Harm

Jurors will be allowed to hear expert testimony about the impact of social media on young users during coming trials against ...

Girl, 13, Nearly Overdoses While Attempting Social Media ‘Benadryl’ Challenge

A 13-year-old girl from Horry County, S.C., nearly overdosed on Benadryl pills after taking more than the recommended dosage ...

Social media challenges linked to dangerous misuse of over-the-counter antihistamines by teens

Adolescents and young adults are misusing common over‐the‐counter antihistamines, putting them at risk of severe health ...
Movieguide

Here Are Simple Ways to Encourage Your Kid to Step Away from Social Media

Kids might seem attached to their social media platforms, but most of them want to get off their phones — they just don’t ...
6abc News

2 teens charged after social media challenges take dark turn in Bethlehem

BETHLEHEM, Pa. (WPVI) -- A 17-year-old from Northampton County is facing involuntary manslaughter charges after a social media challenge ended in the death of another teenager this past summer.

Tanzania issues social media warning after video calls for military 'action'

Tanzanian police have warned against the use of social media to spread misinformation following a widely shared video of an ...

Does social media make you think your relationship is toxic? 52% in national survey say yes

LifeStance Health reports 52% of social media users doubt their relationships' health due to trending "therapy speak," ...