#youth-safety

#youth-safety

Four children were killed and several injured after a car crashed into an after-school center in Chatham, Illinois.

A 12-year-old boy tragically died after a skiing accident at Cranmore Mountain Resort, New Hampshire.

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for US young people aged 18 to 25, surpassing drug poisoning.

Surgeon General urges warning labels on social media for health risks, similar to tobacco warnings.

Texas may ban most hemp products due to public health concerns raised by lawmakers regarding safety and marketing to youth.

A judge has ruled it "unlawful" for L.A. County to house juveniles at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, following state oversight findings.

Subway surfing, influenced by a mobile game, has recently surged among youth, causing multiple fatalities and urgent safety concerns.

Police are increasing arrests for subway surfing in 2024 due to a crackdown and awareness campaigns.

Subway surfing poses serious dangers, with multiple injuries and fatalities reported as teens engage in the reckless activity.

Subway surfing poses extreme danger to youth, with multiple fatalities and severe injuries due to social media-induced thrill-seeking behavior.

Subway surfing poses serious risks to teenagers, prompting law enforcement and the MTA to take action to prevent injuries.

A 7-year-old girl was critically injured by stray gunfire, prompting her mother to call for action against gun violence targeting youth.

Stricter gun control is necessary to protect children and prevent gun violence in schools.

Kamala Harris emphasized unity and reassurance in the face of gun violence fears in a viral clip ahead of the election.

A woman threatened two boys with a pellet gun while they were fishing in a pond near her home.

TikTok faces increasing scrutiny over its impact on youth and potential COPPA violations concerning data privacy.

The initiative urges Congress to introduce safety labels on social media for children, highlighting mental health risks associated with excessive use.

Fentanyl overdoses are a leading cause of death for minors, linked to social media sales of fake prescription drugs.

School districts can sue Meta, Google, TikTok, and Snap for their apps' impact on students' mental health.

Ruling distinguishes between lawsuits in different jurisdictions regarding tech company liability.

Esther Ghey advocates for banning social media for under-16s due to online harassment and lack of support.

Albania plans a one-year ban on TikTok to address social media's negative impact on youth and following a tragic incident involving a teenager.

The ban aims to promote safety in schools after a deadly fight linked to online confrontations, reflecting societal concerns over social media influence.

The tragic death of Elianne Larbi highlights the deep impact of knife crime on families and communities.

A 12-year-old girl was seriously injured during a home invasion by masked men, prompting community leaders to call for an end to local feuds.

Partnership with NGOs to connect users reporting harmful content with mental health support. Aiming for a safer user experience on the platform.

Society risks repeating past mistakes with AI, similar to those made with social media, jeopardizing children's safety and mental health.

Anti-LGBTQ+ policies in schools significantly harm the safety and mental health of LGBTQ+ students.

TikTok introduces age restrictions on beauty filters to protect teen mental health.

Meta's new Instagram Teen Account program aims to enhance user safety but may be more about public relations than actual protection.

Northern Ireland has indefinitely banned puberty blockers for transgender minors, citing the protection and safety of young people as the primary concern.

Puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria will be banned indefinitely in the UK, except in clinical trials.