09.30.2021 - By NPR
On Monday, Facebook announced it was pausing the development of Instagram Kids — a service designed for children 13 and under.
The move comes after a Wall Street Journal investigation revealed Facebook's own internal research about how its platforms are negatively impacting the mental health of young users.
On Thursday, the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing about the toxic effects of social media on young people.
So who's responsible for ensuring their wellbeing? We put that question to a panel of experts.
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