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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Technology
Vinay Patel

RARE PHOTOS: Meta tiktok youtube on trial in us as 19 year old claims addiction sparked depression - The Real Truth

Meta and TikTok are heading to court this week as a high-profile lawsuit challenges the legal shield protecting social media giants. (Credit: Pixabay)

A nineteen-year-old has taken legal action against several social media giants, alleging their platforms caused a downward spiral into depression and self-harm.

The case brings Meta, TikTok, and YouTube under intense scrutiny regarding the psychological impact of their algorithms on young users. This high-profile trial highlights growing concerns over how digital addiction may be damaging the mental health of a generation.

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