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EU starts proceeding against Facebook, Instagram Over Minor Protection

HEALTH Theodoros Benakis - May 17, 2024

Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta faces a new investigation from the European Union over non-compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA) in protection...

Parliament: Call to ban addictive techniques like endless scrolling or automatic play

EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT Theodoros Benakis - December 13, 2023

Parliament calls for the development of ethical digital products that do not rely on dark patterns and addictive designs. Problematic smartphone or internet use has been...

The Council addresses the situation of people suffering from both drug use and mental health disorders

HEALTH Theodoros Benakis - December 5, 2023

The Council adopted conclusions on people suffering from drug use disorders and other mental health disorders. The Council invites Member States to consider disorders related...

Parliament: Improve access to mental health services in the EU, especially for vulnerable groups

HEALTH Theodoros Benakis - November 8, 2023

MEPs adopted their recommendations on prioritising mental health, as an integral part of a person’s health, in EU and national policies. The report, prepared by...