Social Media Warning Labels: A Growing Movement to Protect Youth Mental Health

Warning Labels on Social Media: A Growing Movement to Protect Youth Mental Health California and Texas are leading a growing movement to address the mental health crisis among young people by placing warning labels on social media platforms. Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan highlights the potential impact of these labels, stating, "The warning labels would come on as you initially sign in...but then after three hours, it would take over your screen." Fifteen-year-old Ayaan Moleidina, a student involved in "Students Engaged in Advancing Texas," is actively working to pass similar legislation in Texas. He shared his personal experience, saying, "Watching others live 'perfect' lives online can make us feel like we're always falling short." His advocacy underscores the urgency of this issue. The Texas bill has already passed the state House, while the California legislation has bipartisan support and is set to be heard by a committee later this month. The hope is that this will push Congress to act on a national level, ultimately addressing the growing youth mental health crisis. The inclusion of both legislative progress and personal accounts makes this a compelling news story.