Snap settles lawsuit accusing platform of fueling teen depression and eating disorders

Snap has reached a settlement in a lawsuit brought by teenagers who accused the platform of fueling their depression, anxiety, and eating disorders through features like infinite scrolling and autoplay. The trial was scheduled to be Snap's first in a broader wave of litigation targeting social media companies over youth mental health. A Snap spokesperson stated that the company remains committed to strengthening safety, privacy, and well-being. Open article →