TikTok Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Harmful Effects on Children

Internal documents reveal TikTok's awareness of its addictive algorithm's negative impact on young users' mental health.

TikTok's internal research indicates that users, particularly teenagers, can become addicted to the app in just 35 minutes.
A lawsuit involving 14 U.S. states accuses TikTok of harming children through its addictive content delivery system.
Documents show TikTok prioritized public trust over effective usage limits, with time restrictions reducing usage by only 90 seconds.
TikTok's algorithm changes allegedly promoted narrow beauty standards, potentially affecting users' self-esteem.
Critics argue that TikTok's business model prioritizes engagement and profit over young users' mental health and safety.