42 state attorneys general urge Congress to mandate Surgeon General warning labels on social media platforms for mental health concerns.

A coalition of 42 state attorneys general is urging Congress to mandate Surgeon General warning labels on social media platforms to address addiction and a mental health crisis among young adults. Citing research linking social media use to increased risks of depression and anxiety among youth, they argue that these labels would raise awareness of potential harms. The proposal requires congressional approval, as social media companies have largely failed to self-regulate.

September 10, 2024
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