YouTube still recommending eating disorder videos to teens, research finds
Research from the Centre for Countering Digital Hate indicates that YouTube's algorithm continues to recommend harmful eating disorder content to teenage users. Despite new government regulations and safety duties, critics argue that platforms are failing to adequately protect minors.
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The effectiveness of online safety legislation and the responsibility of tech giants in protecting vulnerable youth are critical public health concerns.
Image source, Getty Images By Jim Reed Health reporter Published 10 minutes ago YouTube is still recommending eating disorder videos to teenage users a year after new rules were introduced to curb harmful online content, according to new research.
The article presents findings from a research group while including the platform's response and government context.
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