NGO: Social Media Harming Kids Mental Health

A new KidsRights report is sounding the alarm over a global mental health crisis among children and teens, driven by the unchecked growth of social media platforms.

One in seven young people faces mental health challenges, with teen suicide rates on the rise.

Experts warn that banning social media is not the answer and could infringe on children’s rights. Instead, the report calls for global child impact assessments, better education, and improved mental health training.