Digital ECA: what changes in the online protection of children and adolescents
The Digital ECA introduces new regulations in Brazil aimed at protecting minors online by controlling their access to age-inappropriate content.
Young people from Cabo Frio celebrate graduation in Prolagos' judo social project
38 children and adolescents from Cabo Frio celebrated their graduation in a social judo project, marking a significant achievement in their sporting journey.
This is Fantastic: What changes on social media with the Digital ECA and what parents can expect from the law
The Digital ECA, Brazil's first specific law protecting children and adolescents online, has come into effect, establishing serious obligations for social media platforms to safeguard minors.
Aggression in Teenagers Can Affect Their Future. New Research Findings
New research indicates that aggressive behavior in teenagers can lead to significant long-term health consequences.
Bar owner arrested on suspicion of sexual exploitation of adolescents in Ceará interior
A bar owner in São Benedito, Ceará, was arrested for allegedly exploiting adolescents sexually, following ongoing investigations and previous offenses.
Emotional suffering among children and adolescents is growing, and SC reveals deficiencies in specialized care
The article discusses the rising emotional distress among children and adolescents in Brazil, particularly in Santa Catarina, highlighting the urgent need for better specialized mental health care.
Neurodiversity in Cinema
The article discusses two films that highlight neurodiversity: 'Temple Grandin', a biopic about an autistic woman’s journey, and 'Especiales', which focuses on adolescents with severe autism.
Brazil also sets limits on the presence of adolescents on social networks
Brazil has implemented a new law that limits the online presence of adolescents under 16 years of age, requiring parental supervision of their online activities.
Sleeping in on weekends can help improve teenagers' mental health
Adequate rest is crucial for the physical and emotional well-being of adolescents, with studies indicating that sleeping late on weekends may allow them to recover from sleep deprivation during the week.
Is AI Safe for Diets? The Risk of Using ChatGPT and Gemini for Weight Loss in Adolescents
A study reveals significant discrepancies between AI-generated diet plans and those created by professional nutritionists for adolescents aiming to lose weight.
Meningitis: Babies, Adolescents, Young Adults... Who Should Get Vaccinated?
A new vaccination protocol aimed at combating the rise in meningococcal meningitis cases has been implemented in France, targeting infants, adolescents, and young adults.
Intensive cell phone use by teenagers is linked to lower grades and more loneliness, study points out
A study from San Diego University indicates that increased cell phone usage among teenagers correlates with lower academic performance and increased feelings of loneliness.
Ruling of the Constitutional Court on gender identity in adolescents faces societal sectors
The Constitutional Court ruling allowing adolescents aged 12 to 18 to request changes to their gender designation has sparked significant societal debate in Ecuador.
ECA Digital: a long road ahead
The implementation of law 15.211/25, known as ECA Digital, marks a significant step in protecting children and adolescents in the digital environment.
What changes in your life and that of your children with the Digital ECA - and what is still unknown
Brazil has implemented the Digital ECA, a new legislation aimed at protecting children and adolescents in digital environments.
Two operating systems announce exit from Brazil and 'blame' ECA Digital; understand what is at stake
Two independent operating systems have announced their withdrawal from Brazil, citing compliance issues with the new Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital).
National Capital of Suicide
Argentina is facing a mental health crisis, particularly among adolescents and young people, leading to a surge in suicide rates, with Entre Ríos province experiencing the highest rates in the country.
Government regulates rules to make social networks safer for children and adolescents
The Brazilian government has enacted regulations aimed at making social media safer for children and teenagers, emphasizing the prevention of digital addiction.
Attention to the mental health of the younger generation
Data from the Secretary of Health in São Paulo indicates a concerning rise in mental health issues among children and adolescents in Brazil over the recent decades.
Digital ECA Decree Defines Sexual Interaction with AI as Pornographic Content
Brazil's Digital ECA Decree establishes new protections for children and adolescents online by classifying sexual interactions with AI as pornographic content.
Minas Gerais man targeted in international investigation over child and adolescent sexual exploitation network on the internet
A 21-year-old man from Itabira is under international investigation for his alleged involvement in an online sexual exploitation network targeting children and adolescents.
Lula's Government Launches ECA Digital to Enhance Protection for Children on the Internet
The Brazilian government, led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has introduced ECA Digital, a statute aimed at strengthening online protections for children and adolescents.
School Barometer: The Real Problem is Poverty
The School Barometer report claims that the main cause of mental stress among children and adolescents is not social media, but rather poverty and precarious living conditions.
Sexualized images with just a few clicks: an AI-driven practice gaining ground among youth in the U.S.
A recent study reveals that the use of AI tools for creating sexualized images has become common among adolescents in the United States.
Well-Being #342: 7 out of 10 young people are sleeping poorly; How to improve sleep quality?
A recent study indicates that 70% of adolescents are experiencing sleep deficits, mainly due to screen time and busy schedules, leading to various health issues.
"I am innocent": the version of businessman Marcelo Porcel, accused of abusing 10 of his son's classmates at Palermo Chico school
Businessman Marcelo Porcel claims innocence against accusations of sexual abuse involving 10 adolescents at the Palermo Chico school.
District Hospital Wolfratshausen: Faster Help in Mental Emergencies
The new District Hospital in Wolfratshausen offers improved mental health services with facilities for adults, children, and adolescents, addressing the rising need for psychological care.
Digital ECA consolidates a new framework for youth protection in Brazil
Brazil has established the ECA Digital, a new law aimed at protecting children and adolescents in the online environment.
German School Barometer: 'Social Media is Overrated, the Fight Against Poverty is More Crucial'
A recent study reveals that the psychological burden on children and adolescents in Germany has increased, with poverty identified as a significant contributing factor.
Podcast: what changes in the online protection of children and adolescents with the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute
The Digital Child and Adolescent Statute (ECA Digital) took effect in Brazil, regulating online services for those under 18, with an official signing delayed for further review by President Lula.
Digital ECA: porn sites still do not verify age, and networks try to guess age range
On the first day of the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital) implementation in Brazil, several pornographic websites continued to allow users to self-declare their age without proper verification.
Digital ECA, the Statute of Children and Adolescents that establishes new rules for minors' access to the internet, comes into effect
Brazil has implemented new regulations aimed at protecting children and adolescents online through the Digital ECA law.
School transport driver arrested on suspicion of molesting children and adolescents in Paraná
A school transport driver in Teixeira Soares, Brazil, has been arrested for allegedly molesting at least four minors aged between 7 and 15.
Government cancels ceremony for signing decree that regulates Digital ECA
The Lula government canceled the ceremony to sign three decrees, including one that would regulate the Digital ECA aimed at protecting children and adolescents online.
The consumption of pornography by children and adolescents has a series of negative consequences and affects development
The consumption of pornography by children and adolescents has negative consequences on their development, according to experts.
Marriage of children and adolescents falls in Paraíba, but the rate remains above the national average
The rate of children and adolescents aged 10 to 14 in marital unions has decreased in Paraíba, but remains high compared to the national average.
Daily summary #1902: Israel says it killed head of Iran's Security Council in bombing; Federal Police conducts new phase of operation against fraud in the INSS; Law protecting children and adolescents on the internet comes into effect
Israel claims it has killed the head of Iran's Security Council in a bombing; the Brazilian Federal Police initiates a new phase targeting fraud in the INSS, and a law that protects children and adolescents online is now in effect.
Lula is expected to sign a decree regulating the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute this Tuesday; see main points
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to sign decrees regulating the Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital), which aims to protect minors from harmful online content.
Children aged 5 to 9 lead the increase in mental health admissions in SP
Mental health admissions among children and adolescents have surged in Sao Paulo, particularly for those aged 5 to 9, who experienced a 98.3% increase from 2020 to 2025.
Digital ECA comes into effect and imposes new rules for children and youth on social networks, games, and websites
A new law in Brazil, known as the Digital ECA, comes into effect to regulate and protect children and adolescents in the online environment.
Platforms must verify users' age starting this Tuesday; see how it will work
Starting Tuesday, social media and online services must implement age verification for users to better protect children and adolescents.
Protecting children on the internet requires more than good intentions
Brazil has implemented the ECA Digital law, enhancing online protection for children and adolescents with strict new regulations.
ECA Digital Decree Prohibits Infinite Scrolling, Autoplay Videos, and Emotionally Manipulative Notifications
The ECA Digital decree in Brazil mandates social media platforms to eliminate features that could exploit the attention of children and adolescents.
Civil Registry questions application of the Constitutional Court’s ruling on gender identity in adolescents
The Civil Registry of Ecuador has raised concerns about the application of a Constitutional Court ruling allowing adolescents to request gender identity rectification, prompting a legislative review.
Psychologist investigated for the rape of a vulnerable person is arrested in Pinheiro, Maranhão
A psychologist has been arrested in Pinheiro, Brazil, accused of having inappropriate relationships with underage girls.
Brazil records 15 collective rapes per day between 2022 and 2025
Between 2022 and 2025, Brazil reported an alarming average of 15 collective rapes daily, mostly affecting girls and adolescents.
Suspect of sexual crimes against children and adolescents arrested in Peçanha
A 55-year-old man was arrested in Peçanha, Brazil, for suspected sexual crimes against minors following a police investigation initiated by a teenage victim's report.
Brazil registers 15 collective rapes per day between 2022 and 2025, according to data from the Ministry of Health
Recent data shows Brazil experiences an alarming number of collective rapes daily, highlighting systemic issues related to gender violence.
"My daughter lived asking ChatGPT what to eat and what not to eat": how artificial intelligence has infiltrated eating disorders
The article discusses how teenagers are increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT to manage their eating habits, raising concerns about the reinforced risk behaviors and potential development of eating disorders.
Jundiaí registers one case of violence against children and adolescents per day, points out the Ministry of Human Rights
In Jundiaí, Brazil, at least one child or adolescent is a victim of violence every day, according to data from the Ministry of Human Rights and Citizenship.