This warning would be a public health measure, aimed at addressing the potential harms of social media algorithms. The coalition argues that these algorithms, designed to maximize engagement, often prioritize sensationalized content and create echo chambers, leading to the spread of misinformation, polarization, and mental health issues. They believe that a surgeon general warning would serve as a crucial step in mitigating these harms and promoting responsible social media use.

Weiser’s office has been working to improve youth mental health services. This latest initiative focuses on expanding access to mental health services for young people in underserved communities. The initiative aims to address the growing need for mental health care in these communities, which is often overlooked and underfunded.