New York State Bears Down On Tech Companies Over Social Media Addiction
The New York State Assembly is considering legislation to restrict how social media companies interact with minors.
Following the Money on Video Game Addiction
A blizzard of lawsuits against video game makers reveals how video game addiction works and how it can be treated.
Zuckerberg Avoids Personal Liability in Social Media Addiction Lawsuits
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg released from personal liability in social media addiction lawsuits.
Are Loot Boxes Leading to Gambling Addiction?
Loot boxes are bonuses in video games that provide gambling-like rewards and appear to be contributing to gambling problems.
School Districts Say Social Media, Gaming Addiction Is Costing Them Millions
Three Canadian school districts have sued Meta for causing “compulsive behavior” in students costing them millions in additional expenses.
Groundswell of Concern Over Teenage Media Addiction
Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA) and the Center for Humane Technology are organizing against smartphone addiction.