French Families Sue TikTok Over Harmful Content Linked to Teen Suicides

Seven families accuse TikTok of exposing their children to dangerous content, prompting a landmark lawsuit in Europe.

The lawsuit, filed in the Créteil judicial court, claims TikTok's algorithm exposed teenagers to videos promoting suicide, self-harm, and eating disorders.
Two 15-year-old girls died by suicide, while four others attempted suicide and one developed an eating disorder, according to the families.
The legal action is the first of its kind in Europe, aiming to hold TikTok accountable for its content moderation practices.
TikTok has faced similar scrutiny and lawsuits in the US, with allegations of contributing to a mental health crisis among young users.
The families are part of a collective called Algos Victima, which seeks to challenge social media platforms over their impact on minors' mental health.