Did this TikToker just discover a ghost in her apartment while using a facial recognition filter? OK, probably not. But the results are still seriously creepy. TikToker Abby Houser (@abbyjhouser) was filming a dance clip when it happened, using a filter to turn her body into a cartoon outline with stylized sunglasses for a face. …
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Trauma trends on TikTok can make survivors feel less alone—but the sheer number of videos pushed can be distressing
This article contains descriptions of abuse. In November, my For You page (FYP) was a constant stream of videos from people sharing deeply traumatic experiences. Many of the creators were participating in specific trends that either partly or primarily centered on experiences of abuse and grief. For instance, one trending song, “Seventeen Going Under” by …