New York City sues social media companies over youth mental health impacts

Oct 10, 2025 - 09:00
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New York City sues social media companies over youth mental health impacts
New York City on Wednesday sued several major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, accusing them of fueling a youth mental health crisis.  The city, its public schools, and its health and hospital system allege that the companies have sought to maximize engagement among young people at the cost of their mental health. …