Instagram Parents Will Be Notified If Teen Seeks Help on Self-Harm Topics

A new feature is set to be rolled out by Instagram, which will alert parents if their teenager searches for terms related to self-harm or suicide. The alerts are expected to begin next week and will only be shown to parents who have opted in to supervision protections. This move comes as part of a broader effort by the social media platform to address concerns around its impact on young users’ mental health. According to Meta, the company behind Instagram, the feature is designed to provide an additional layer of support for parents and teens who may be struggling with these issues. The alert system is expected to expand to other regions later this year, following its initial rollout in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.