The video is still trending on Twitter and many users said they never wanted to see it. Here's what people can do to protect themselves from seeing disturbing images online.
News4JAX spoke with a social media expert about what people can do to protect themselves from seeing disturbing images online.“From a technical perspective, yes, you can absolutely turn off autoplay and use some of the settings and features that social media companies have to protect yourself,” Roxie Reeve, 3D Digital Director of Marketing, said. “It’s very simple to do.
News4JAX learned there is no law that requires social media companies to censor anything -- or determine what is too sensitive to air. However, some platforms, like Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, have policies against posts that may create an environment that discourages participation.Even though the video showing Sampson’s death has been reported by dozens of users, Reeve said the responsibility ultimately lies on the user or the users’ parents.
“Being online is all about mindfulness,” Reeve said. “It’s how you use social media as being intentional with who you like, who you engage with, how you interact -- and make sure you follow credible news sources.” It’s likely that children, teenagers and adults are finding it’s really difficult to process seeing something like that video, but experts say communication about what you see Is important.
It’s imperative to be open about how disturbing images can make you feel and develop coping mechanisms so they don’t influence your mental health and happiness.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
What the Warriors need to do to get back on championship track - The San Francisco ExaminerFor the Warriors to win a fourth championship in the Steve Kerr era, Draymond Green and Stephen Curry need to remain healthy and be at the top of their game.
Read more »
Dear Care and Feeding: Should I Be Concerned About My 5-Year-Old’s Reaction to Squid Game?He’s been talking about disturbing and violent things as if they’re normal.
Read more »
COVID.gov - Find COVID-19 guidance for your communityThe Biden administration is set to launch a website offering information aimed at helping Americans adapt to living with Covid-19 risks
Read more »
Shop the 2022 Oscars’ Best Makeup Moments, from Awards Ceremony to Vanity Fair PartyBetween the drama-filled awards show and the let-loose celebrations that followed, the makeup on view supplied plenty of night-out inspiration. Here are the beauty essentials behind Kristen Stewart’s sooty gaze, Lupita Nyong’o’s foiled lids, and more memorable looks.
Read more »