The platform is accused of exposing seven children to videos promoting self-harm, and suicide.

Summary

Seven families in France are suing TikTok, alleging the platform’s algorithm exposed their children to harmful content promoting self-harm, eating disorders, and suicide. Two of the children involved took their own lives, while others reportedly attempted suicide or developed related issues.

The lawsuit, filed in Créteil judicial court, seeks to hold TikTok legally accountable for inadequate content moderation. TikTok denies responsibility, citing its community guidelines against such content.

This case adds to global scrutiny of TikTok’s impact on youth mental health, with similar lawsuits and investigations in the U.S. and EU.