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Social media platforms urged to combat teen suicide risk

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Social media platforms must take greater responsibility in addressing the rising rates of teen suicide, particularly in Hong Kong where the suicide rate among young people remains stubbornly high. Excessive social media use is linked to poor mental health, and platforms' algorithms can inadvertently amplify distress and contribute to copycat suicides, a phenomenon known as the Werther effect. A recent US$18 billion settlement by Meta Platforms highlights the need for social media companies to re-evaluate their algorithm designs to better protect young users' mental well-being. AI

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing the role of social media in teen suicide rates and advocating for platform responsibility.

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Social media platforms urged to combat teen suicide risk

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Yip ·

    Social media must join the fight against teen suicides

    As we observe World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, the global community reflects on a sobering reality: suicide remains a leading cause of death among young people. Every year, more than 720,000 people die by suicide – each life a story cut short, a family shattered, a c…

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