Social Media Giants Face Kids' Mental Health Trial

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Big social media companies are in court this year. They are blamed for hurting children who use their apps.

Lawyers say these companies make kids addicted on purpose. They showed company papers about these dangers to young users.

Meta’s lawyer said that science is not sure about addiction. He argued the young plaintiff had other problems in her life.

A young woman, KGM, is part of a key trial. Her case will help decide many other lawsuits against these apps.

The trial result could change how apps work for children. Some people compare it to lawsuits against tobacco companies.

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Why are big social media companies in court?

They are blamed for hurting children who use their apps.

What do lawyers say about these companies?

Lawyers say these companies make kids addicted on purpose.

Who is KGM?

KGM is a young woman who is part of a key trial that will help decide many other lawsuits against these apps.

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