A global patient advances class action lawsuit has been filed against Done Global Inc., alleging that the telehealth provider shared patients' mental health data with Meta Platforms Inc., TikTok Inc., and Google LLC without consent, violating California privacy laws. The lead plaintiff, M.H., claims inadequate notice in the complaint.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/class-action/done-global-patient-advances-class-action-over-meta-info-sharingA group of Hong Kong football managers, including Roberto Losada, had a discussion with Sean Dyche on balancing protecting players' mental health with building resilience in football. The conversation highlighted the importance of shielding players from negative comments and pressure, while also instilling mental robustness to reach the top. Losada emphasized that elite players need their brains to extract themselves from criticism, and he takes most of the pressure off his players by managing fan and media attention.
https://www.scmp.com/sport/football/article/3300253/social-media-annoying-mental-health-unites-sean-dyche-and-hong-kong-football-bosses?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionYoung adults are experiencing high levels of stress due to excessive news consumption, with Miranda Levy citing research suggesting that this "one-way news overload" is affecting their mental health. The article highlights the need for parents and caregivers to be aware of the impact of news on young people's well-being.
https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/young-people-their-stress-and-the-one-way-news-overload-20250224-p5lerr.htmlBody dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition where individuals become excessively preoccupied with minor flaws in their appearance, often leading to low self-confidence and a distorted perception of themselves as ugly or deformed. People with this condition may try to hide perceived flaws through styling, makeup, or clothes, and constantly seek reassurance from others about their appearance. They may also avoid social situations due to feelings of inadequacy. Cosmetic procedures often provide little satisfaction, and the disorder can be treated by seeking professional help from a doctor without hesitation.
https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/what-is-body-dysmorphia-that-karan-johar-is-suffering-from-13863236.htmlIndonesia has recorded a significant number of child pornography cases, with 5,566,015 reported over four years, ranking it fourth globally and second among ASEAN countries. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that teenagers spending more than three hours daily on social media face a heightened risk of mental health issues. The prevalence of negative content on social media is linked to algorithms favoring sensational content, posing risks to children's psychological development. In response, France requires parental consent for children under 15 to create social media accounts, while Australia recently banned children under 16 from accessing social media platforms.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/344741/creating-a-safe-digital-space-for-childrenA recent study suggests that social media use by lonely individuals may exacerbate feelings of loneliness, rather than alleviating them. Dr. Roberts emphasizes the need for further research into the effects of digital interaction on mental health, highlighting the importance of in-person connections in supporting well-being. The findings offer valuable insights to inform future initiatives and guidelines for healthier social media use.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/both-active-and-passive-use-of-social-media-can-trigger-loneliness-study-1/A woman who grew up in the early days of social media has spoken out about how she was able to avoid some of its negative effects, unlike her younger peers. The woman, whose name is not mentioned, notes that she began using social media when it first emerged and saw firsthand how it changed over time. She believes that being an early adopter allowed her to develop a more nuanced understanding of the platform's impact on mental health, which has helped her navigate its effects in a way that younger users may not be able to.
https://www.smh.com.au/business/the-economy/i-grew-up-with-social-media-but-dodged-its-worst-effects-i-might-be-the-exception-20250205-p5l9w0.htmlA growing number of young people, like Vihann Bhardwaj, are suing social media companies for exploiting their vulnerabilities, with cases potentially being consolidated in federal court to reach the Supreme Court.
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/san-diego-county-files-lawsuit-against-5-major-social-media-platforms/509-60510f53-f2e6-4a1f-ba21-5b857714e1e9Australia has banned social media access for children under 16, but exempted YouTube from this rule. However, mental health and extremism experts warn that the video-sharing platform poses risks to minors due to its addictive and potentially harmful content. The government's decision to block other platforms such as TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, and X by the end of 2025 aims to protect children from online harm, but has raised questions about why YouTube was given a special exemption.
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