TikTok Takes Bold Stand: Beauty Filters Banned for Teens Over Mental Health Fears

TikTok is implementing new, wide-ranging restrictions on beauty filters to address widespread concerns about their negative emotional repercussions on teenagers, particularly girls. The social media giant, with billions of users primarily composed of young people, announced these changes during a safety forum at its European headquarters in Dublin. The company acknowledges that these filters have contributed to pressure on teens to adopt a polished physical appearance, leading to anxiety, falling self-esteem, and mental health challenges. Some young users have even reported feeling
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