On this episode of "Internet Safety with Donna Rice Hughes"-- Donna speaks with Todd Minor, the father of Matthew Minor, a 12-year-old who tragically lost his life to the TikTok "choking challenge." Dive into the critical conversation about the hidden dangers of social media, the importance of parental involvement and the advocacy efforts to protect children online. 

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[The detective] explained it to us that kids would cut off their airway ... either for kind of a euphoric feeling or do it for the likes that they get. They usually have an audience, somebody that witnesses it. And they'll get likes on social media."

- Todd Minor, Sr. 

Survivor Parent and Online Safety Advocate

 By the numbers:

• 51% of U.S. teens spend at least 4 hours daily on social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and X. (Gallup, 2023)

• Although age 13 is commonly the required minimum age for users of social media platforms, nearly 40% of children ages 8 through 12 still use the platforms, according to the Federal Trade Commission

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'Internet Safety with Donna Rice Hughes' is dedicated to equipping parents and guardians with up-to-date information, practical tips, and expert insights on a range of pressing topics. Hosted by Donna Rice Hughes, President and CEO of Enough Is Enough^®® (EIE) and a renowned internet safety expert, each episode will feature discussions on online predators, sex trafficking, pornography, social media, online gaming, Big Tech accountability, and current legislation designed to protect children in the digital age.