Instagram benefits don't erase harms to vulnerable teens, Tennessee expert says
By Maria Dinzeo ( August 5, 2026, 00:55 GMT | Insight) -- A psychologist testifying for Tennessee defended her view that Instagram's design can worsen body-image concerns and diminish vulnerable teens' control over their use of the platform, saying evidence that most young users report positive experiences doesn't erase the harms documented among a smaller group.A psychologist testifying for the State of Tennessee defended her view that Instagram's design can intensify body-image problems and erode users' control over their time on the platform, telling jurors Tuesday that studies done by Meta Platforms showing that most teens reported benefits from social media do not negate the recurring evidence of harm among vulnerable users....
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