Social Media Addiction

In January 2024, California state legislators unveiled a landmark social media addiction bill. State Senator Nancy Skinner introduced the legislation in late January, citing the need for parents to be “back in the driver’s seat.” Co-authors include Senators Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) Angelique Ashby (D-Sacramento), María Elena Durazo (D-Los Angeles), Susan Rubio (D-Baldwin Park), and

Rising rates of depression, anxiety, and self-harm have raised concerns about social media’s effects on children and adolescents. Harassment and inappropriate content threaten students’ physical and emotional well-being. School districts suing social media companies seek justice and accountability on their students’ behalf. Likewise, the Social Media Victims Law Center supports victims who suffer from social

Mindless sharing and scrolling on social media are common occurrences across all demographics. While seemingly benign, these habits can lead to mental health issues. Unfortunately, social media platforms perpetuate ongoing mindless sharing to get users stuck in an endless cycle that may seem impossible to break. At Social Media Victims Law Center, we provide access