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WATCH:  What social media apps can do to support children's mental health

WATCH: What social media apps can do to support children's mental health

Summary

A judge imposed a large fine on Meta for harm caused to children’s mental health by its social media apps. Dr. Megan Moreno from the University of Wisconsin discussed how platforms like Instagram and Facebook might improve support for young users’ mental well-being.

Key Facts

  • Meta faces a nearly billion-dollar penalty related to the impact of its apps on children’s mental health.
  • The penalty was decided by a judge who ruled that Meta’s social media platforms harm kids’ mental health.
  • The discussion involves changes to Instagram and Facebook to better protect young users.
  • Dr. Megan Moreno, a professor at the University of Wisconsin, spoke about this issue with ABC News.
  • The focus is on how social media companies can take steps to support children’s mental health.
  • Mental health concerns highlight risks from social media use by children and teens.
  • Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, is reviewing how to adjust these apps after the ruling.
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