EU Sounds Alarm Over Youth Mental Health Crisis as Excessive Social Media Use Comes Under Fire (opens in new tab)

European Union officials are intensifying their scrutiny of social media platforms amid growing concerns that excessive online engagement is contributing to a worsening mental health crisis among young people. The renewed debate comes as policymakers across Europe push for stricter safeguards, age-verification measures, and new regulations aimed at protecting children from harmful digital experiences. Speaking during discussions on youth wellbeing and online safety, European Commissioner for ...