# Protecting Teen Mental Health App Privacy

**URL:** <https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/protecting-teen-mental-health-app-privacy/13497>\
**Category:** Research and News\
**Created:** [February 5, 2025, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/protecting-teen-mental-health-app-privacy/13497 "2025-02-05T02:40:05Z")\
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**Author:** ![Elizabeth](https://forum.sharedquill.org/user_avatar/forum.sharedquill.org/elizabeth/32/17_2.png) [@Elizabeth](https://forum.sharedquill.org/u/Elizabeth)\
**Post date:** [February 5, 2025, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/protecting-teen-mental-health-app-privacy/13497/1 "2025-02-05T02:40:05Z")

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I came across an interesting article that made me consider the privacy of mental health apps for teens. It’s important for us to be aware of how our data is being handled, especially in vulnerable situations like seeking mental health support. Let’s use this as a reminder to prioritize privacy and security when using such apps. What are your thoughts on this issue? How do you think we can ensure the safety and privacy of young people while using mental health apps?

> **[Teen Mental Health App Sent Kids' Data Straight to TikTok](https://gizmodo.com/teen-mental-health-app-sent-kids-data-straight-to-tiktok-2000557615)**
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> The company removed tracking tools from its teen-focused websites in New York, Seattle, and Baltimore after parents complained.