New York is moving forward with restrictions on social media feeds for children under 18. New York State is finalizing the rules on how social media companies must restrict addictive algorithms for some of the youngest users. Young people are particularly vulnerable to addictive social media features," Attorney General Letitia James said. There are several "dangerous and harmful" social media challenges that all should be aware of. Dangerous & Harmful Social Media Challenges Parents Should Be Aware Of You have to know about them before you can do something about them.