New York requires mental health warnings on social media platforms

New York state will require social media platforms offering 'addictive feeds' to display warning labels about their potential harm to the mental health of young users.

New York state is mandating that social media platforms providing 'addictive feeds' must display warning labels highlighting their potential harm to the mental health of young users. This measure aims to safeguard youth from the psychological risks associated with prolonged online engagement. The announcement was published on December 27, 2025. Specific implementation dates or targeted platforms remain unspecified in available details, but the focus is squarely on addressing mental health concerns.

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French deputies applaud in the National Assembly after approving a ban on social media for under-15s and phones in schools.
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French National Assembly adopts bill banning social media for under-15s and mobile phones in high schools

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The French National Assembly approved on January 26, 2026, a government-backed bill banning social media access for minors under 15 and prohibiting mobile phone use in high schools. Introduced by Renaissance deputy Laure Miller and accelerated by President Emmanuel Macron, the streamlined measure—focusing on parental controls for the riskiest platforms—aims to protect youth mental and physical health amid years of debate.

As Australia's groundbreaking ban on social media for minors under 16 takes effect—sparking Reddit's High Court challenge—experts debate its mental health benefits versus risks of driving use underground. The law targets platforms like TikTok and Instagram to curb harmful content exposure.

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Researchers in the UK are starting a major study to determine if restricting teenagers' social media use improves their mental health. The trial, involving thousands of 12-to-15-year-olds, will use an app to limit time on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Results are expected in mid-2027, amid growing calls for bans in countries like Australia.

In 2025, a tech writer attempted to re-engage with major social media platforms after years of avoidance, only to find them dominated by sponsored content and AI-generated material that eroded genuine human connections. This personal experience reflected a broader disillusionment, making it simpler to step away despite record user numbers on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Alternatives like Reddit and Bluesky offered some respite amid the commercial overload.

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In a Daily Wire op-ed, novelist Gregg Hurwitz argues that social media algorithms are accelerating real‑world radicalization and outlines five fixes aimed at preserving free speech while reducing harm. He cites recent high‑profile attacks — including the killings of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson, and activist Charlie Kirk — to illustrate the stakes.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has proposed requiring ESTA applicants to disclose five years of social media activity, causing unease among Korean travelers. This rule targets visa waiver program users and stems from an executive order by President Donald Trump. Travelers worry that stricter immigration procedures are making U.S. visits less welcoming.

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Governments around the world are pushing to restrict children's access to social media, doubting platforms' ability to enforce age limits. TikTok has responded by announcing a new age-detection technology across Europe to prevent users under 13 from joining. This approach aims to balance protection with less drastic measures than outright bans.

 

 

 

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