Spotlight Moment from Episode 1: The Algorithm Knows ...

In this Spotlight Moment from Episode 1 with Rachael Wilson, we learn that TikTok can predict an eating disorder with shocking accuracy and once it does, it amplifies harmful content. This snippet shows how algorithms put young people at risk with no regulation in place.

This is an important, eye-opening conversation about the very real risks of social media, and the changes we can all make to support one young mind at a time.

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• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)

• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)

• Youth services: [phone]

• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)

• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)

• Aoake te Rā – Free, brief therapeutic support service for those bereaved by suicide. Call 0800 000 053.

• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737

• The Lowdown: Free text 5626 or visit thelowdown.co.nz

• EDANZ (Eating Disorders Association NZ): Visit ed.org.nz for resources and support

• If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111

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