Social media is used by millions of individuals worldwide and in the US. According to recent studies, a sizable portion of these users—including kids—are addicted to the networks. Addiction to social media has been linked to major mental health problems like eating disorders, depression, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts and actions.

What Is Social Media Addiction?

The obsessive use of social media platforms that interferes with important aspects of life, such as relationships with others, academic or professional performance, and physical health, is known as social media addiction.

Five to ten percent of Americans may fit the criteria for a social media addiction, according to studies. Measures for the illness are based on similar behavioural addictions, including gambling disorder, even though it is not yet a diagnosable diagnosis.

Who Qualifies to File a Social Media Lawsuit?

You must fulfil specific eligibility requirements in order to bring a case alleging social media addiction. These requirements include demonstrating that the addiction started before the age of 21, using social media extensively, and experiencing real damage as a result of the addiction.

A lawsuit alleging social media addiction may have the following eligibility requirements:

Three or more hours a day spent on social media Evidence of heavy social media use before the age of 24
diagnosed mental or physical illnesses, such as eating disorders, suicidal thoughts or actions, anxiety, despair, self-harm, or death
Evidence of therapy for social media-related injuries

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