Seven French families have taken legal action against TikTok, accusing the social media platform of promoting harmful content that contributed to severe mental health issues in their children.

The lawsuit, filed in the Créteil court, claims that TikTok's algorithm exposes young users to content that glorifies eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.

This legal move is unprecedented in Europe and highlights growing concerns over the impact of social media on youth mental health.

The families, part of the Algos Victima collective, argue that TikTok's lack of moderation and addictive nature have led to tragic outcomes, including the suicides of two teenagers.

The case underscores the ongoing debate about the responsibility of social media platforms in safeguarding vulnerable users.