TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, is taking steps to improve the well-being of its young users amid growing criticism.
Facing lawsuits and pressure from governments, TikTok announced it is launching new in-app features that promote mental wellness.
The platform will now offer guided meditation exercises, particularly aimed at users under 18, to help improve sleep habits.
If teens are using TikTok after 10 p.m., their feed will be interrupted by meditation videos, which will appear by default.
A second full-screen prompt will follow if they ignore the first, gently encouraging them to stop scrolling and rest.
TikTok said it tested the new feature earlier this year with a small group of teens and is now expanding access for all.
The changes are part of a broader push by the company to encourage healthier digital habits and address growing concerns.
The platform has faced criticism for contributing to anxiety, depression, and poor sleep in children and young adults.
Several U.S. states have sued TikTok, accusing it of making an app that is addictive and harmful to young minds.
Meanwhile, governments in countries like Australia have taken action to restrict access for users under 16 years old.
TikTok has also announced a $2.3 million donation in ad credits to 31 mental health organisations in 22 countries.
This donation is part of its new “Mental Health Education Fund” supporting global efforts to improve emotional well-being.
As legal and political pressure mounts, TikTok’s future remains uncertain, with ByteDance’s divestment deadline set for June.
