A jury found Meta and YouTube “addictive” — 3 ways to help kids limit scrolling

A jury in Los Angeles recently found Meta and YouTube liable for intentionally developing apps to be addictive, especially for young users. For kids with ADHD, the risk is even higher. ADHD brains often crave more dopamine to feel satisfied. The constant reward system of scrolling makes it easy for these kids to get hooked. When kids spend time scrolling, they tend to get less sleep and lower grades. And they may have less quality time with friends and family. But you don’t necessarily need to cut your kids off from social media. Pediatrician Mark Bertin shares tips to help parents manage their kids’ social media use in an ADHD-friendly way. Watch for his full recommendations.