New York City has filed a lawsuit against social media companies, claiming their platforms design for profit exploits youth psychology, driving compulsive use. The city reports that 77.3% of high school students spend over three hours daily on screens, leading to increased mental health issues and chronic school absences. Additionally, social media has been linked to "subway surfing," resulting in at least 16 deaths since 2023. The city demands accountability from the defendants.
New York City has filed a lawsuit against social media companies, claiming their platforms design for profit exploits youth psychology, driving compulsive use. The city reports that 77.3% of high school students spend over three hours daily on screens, leading to increased mental health issues and chronic school absences. Additionally, social media has been linked to "subway surfing," resulting in at least 16 deaths since 2023. The city demands accountability from the defendants.