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Australia Implements Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australia has enacted a law banning children under 16 from social media, aiming to protect mental health. The legislation, effective in 12 months, requires platforms to enforce age restrictions, fa...

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TikTok Blocks Beauty Filters for Teens to Protect Mental Health

In a move to promote mental health, TikTok is restricting access to certain beauty filters for users under 18. The changes aim to tackle the negative impact of appearance-altering effects on teenag...

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Lawsuit Against Character.AI and Google After Teen's Tragic Death

A lawsuit filed against Character.AI and Google claims negligence and product liability following the suicide of 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III, highlighting safety concerns related to AI chatbots m...

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New FCC Rules Improve 988 Call Routing for Crisis Support

The FCC has approved new rules designed to enhance call routing for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, ensuring better support for those in need. Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced the changes ...

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TikTok Faces Lawsuits from 14 States Over Teen Mental Health Concerns

A bipartisan group of attorneys general from 14 states has sued TikTok, alleging the platform harms children’s mental health and misleads users. Claims include targeting children with addictive fea...

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Exploring the Latest Moral Panic: An Entertaining Takedown

Join Ryan Broderick as he tackles the latest moral panic in a captivating podcast episode. Discover insights on teen mental health and current viral trends like Tide Pods and NyQuil chicken, includ...