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Did Heavy Social Media Use Harm Your Child?
Parents and young adults across the U.S. are exploring legal options against social media companies. See if your family may qualify in 2 minutes.
- 100% confidential
- No obligation
- Free to check
You may be eligible if…
- They used social media 4 or more hours a day.
- They started before age 18, in 2012 or later.
- They're 25 or younger today.
- They received treatment from a doctor, therapist or other healthcare professional for a mental health concern.
- You aren't already represented by a law firm on this.
Parents and guardians can check for a child. If you're 25 or under, you can check for yourself. You don't need to know whether you have a case to ask the question.
What the lawsuits allege
Families and others have filed claims alleging that certain social media platforms were designed in ways that encourage heavy use by young people. The lawsuits allege that features meant to keep kids scrolling may have contributed to mental health harms, such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders and self-harm.
Some families are now asking whether their own child's experience may be connected. Platforms named in lawsuits include:
- Messenger
- Snapchat
- TikTok
- Roblox
- Discord
Every case is different. These are allegations, not findings. This page is general information and is not legal advice.
How it works
Check your eligibility
Answer a few short questions about use, age and care. It takes about 2 minutes.
Have your information reviewed
A legal professional reviews what you shared.
Understand your options
You learn what may be possible and decide what's right for your family.
You don't have to figure this out alone
It's not your fault.
Many caring parents never knew how these apps were built to hold attention.
You're not alone.
Families across the country are asking the same questions you are.
No pressure.
Checking is free, and you're never obligated to take any next step.
Questions parents ask
Who are you?
Digital Harm Answers is not a law firm. We help connect families with independent legal professionals who can review their situation.
Is it free?
Yes. Checking your eligibility is free and there is no obligation.
What happens to my information?
Your information is kept confidential and may be shared with participating law firms or legal service providers so they can review your situation. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Do I have to file a lawsuit?
No. Checking your eligibility doesn't commit you to anything. Any decision about next steps is yours.
Who may qualify?
It depends on the facts of each situation and on your state. Generally, it may be worth checking if the person used social media 4 or more hours a day, started before 18 (in 2012 or later), is 25 or younger now, and has received treatment for a mental health concern. Not everyone will qualify.
Can I check for myself?
Yes. If you're 25 or younger and the criteria above describe your own experience, you can complete the form yourself. Parents and legal guardians can also complete it on behalf of a child.
Ready to find out if your family may qualify?
It's free, confidential and takes about 2 minutes.