New York City sues social media companies, alleging they 'created a youth mental health crisis'

New York City has filed a sweeping 327-page lawsuit against social media giants Meta, Alphabet, Snap, and ByteDance, claiming they have contributed to a youth mental health crisis.

• The lawsuit, filed in Manhattan federal court, accuses Meta Platforms, Google, Snapchat, and TikTok of creating a dangerous environment for youths, worsening mental health issues.
• New York City specifically links social media use to increased risky behaviors among teenagers, including dangerous activities like subway surfing.
• The lawsuit seeks accountability from social media companies for their role in exacerbating mental health challenges among the youth population in New York City.