Parents are increasingly concerned about TikTok's impact on their children, and there should be bipartisan support to address the effects of social media on youth.

The impact of social media on children can be deeply negative, affecting their self-esteem and mental health due to exposure to harmful content.

The issue of mental health predates TikTok and the internet, but we take responsibility for investing in understanding and addressing these concerns to keep our platform safe.

The algorithms behind social media platforms prioritize user engagement, often by amplifying negative emotions like hate and fear, which disrupts healthy conversation.

We take the safety of our teenage users very seriously and have made commitments to prioritize their safety, as it is essential for fulfilling our mission to inspire creativity and joy. Dangerous challenges are not allowed on TikTok. We proactively invest resources to identify and remove them from our platform, redirecting users searching for such content to safety resources.

The rapid development of AI brings both amazing benefits and significant risks, similar to the effects of social media on youth mental health. We must be proactive in addressing these challenges before they escalate.

Instagram and Twitter are platforms that can make users feel worse due to the nature of their content and feedback loops, with Instagram being particularly impactful.

The legislation regarding TikTok gives the president the power to potentially remove the platform, which raises concerns about freedom in society versus authoritarianism.

Social media can negatively impact mental well-being, with studies showing correlations between social media use and increased feelings of depression and insecurity.