: Critics argue that children cannot meaningfully consent to having their emotional breakdowns broadcast to millions.
: Repeated exposure to graphic or distressing content can lead to a "habituated response" in viewers, where such suffering becomes normalized rather than triggering empathy. : Critics argue that children cannot meaningfully consent
At the heart of the discussion is the concept of nonconsensual virality. Many viral sensations involve children, often dubbed who are filmed by parents or strangers during their most vulnerable emotional states. : Critics argue that children cannot meaningfully consent