Sealed TikTok court documents show time limit tool effectively did nothing to reduce teen usage, NPR reports
TikTok's Screen-Time Limits: More Hype Than Help?
A deep dive into TikTok’s internal docs reveals that the platform’s screen-time limits are basically a flop. Teen users are still scrolling for hours, even after hitting their supposed limits. The execs admit their focus is more on keeping users hooked than actually helping them manage their time.
Mental Health Concerns: Is TikTok Toxic?
With rising worries about mental health and social media, TikTok's endless scroll features and late-night alerts may be doing more harm than good. Lawsuits from 14 attorneys general call out the app for allegedly “addicting” young people and negatively impacting their well-being.
Public Relations Over Reality: What’s the Real Goal?
Instead of genuinely reducing usage, TikTok seems more interested in boosting its public image. Internal discussions highlight that tools meant to limit screen time are really just PR moves, with only a slight decrease in usage reported.
Bipartisan Backlash: Legal Action Against TikTok
A bipartisan group of attorneys general is taking action against TikTok, citing concerns over its impact on youth. They’re targeting everything from risky challenges to sleep-disrupting notifications as part of their campaign for accountability.
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