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Snap Settles Latest Social Media Addiction Teen Bellwether Lawsuit

Report from The Hill In Brief – Snapchat has settled claims from two teen plaintiffs alleging that the platform was intentionally designed to be addictive to young users, ending a high-profile Los Angeles trial two days before opening arguments. The plaintiffs, from Illinois and Mississippi, alleged that childhood use of Instagram and Snapchat contributed to serious mental health problems, including depression, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. Their attorneys also argued that Snapchat features such as Snapstreaks, Snap Scores, filters and push notifications encouraged...

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