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TikTok algorithm linked to doubling of child eating disorders

Experts have warned that brief exposure to TikTok is associated with increased risk of eating disorders, as reported cases in children have doubled in less than a decade.

18 August 2024 Β· TikTok Β· Safety and wellbeing
18 August 2024

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Quick facts
Organization
TikTok (subject)
Category
Safety and wellbeing
Country
United Kingdom
Source
Internewscast Journal
Date
18 August 2024
Drafted by
Raidu Incident Detection

What happened

Experts have warned that scrolling on TikTok for just minutes increases risk of eating disorders in both adults and children.

Reported impact

Child eating disorders have doubled in less than a decade.

Classification

Organization
TikTok (subject)
Category
Safety and wellbeing
Industry
Media, social platforms and marketing
Country
United Kingdom
Harm status
Actual harm
Intent
Unknown
Timing
Unknown
Harm types
Psychological
Harmed
Children
AI systems
TikTok Algorithm

Sources and evidence

This record was researched and written by the Index, based on the following original reporting.

Internewscast Journal
"Rates of Child Eating Disorders Skyrocketing: Experts Caution Against TikTok's Influence" - Internewscast Journal
19 August 2024
NY Breaking News
Eating Disorders Double In Less Than A Decade - Experts Warn Just A Few Minutes Of Scrolling On TikTok Increases Risk Of These Conditions - Ny Breaking News
19 August 2024
Daily Mail Online
Eating disorders double in a decade as experts warn TikTok raises risk
19 August 2024