Protecting Consumers from Addictive Online Design

by name voted on 12.12.2023

Summary

This resolution calls for stricter EU rules against manipulative digital designs that encourage excessive use. It focuses on protecting consumers, especially minors, from mental health risks associated with addictive online services.

9 12.12.2023

Other

health

economy

social policy

business and competition

information technology and data processing

Key points

The identification of addictive design as a significant threat to consumer autonomy and mental health.
A strong link between excessive digital media use and psychological issues like depression, anxiety, and sleep deprivation.
The recognition that children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to manipulative online features.
The observation that existing regulations, such as the Digital Services Act, do not sufficiently address behavioral addiction.

Vote

PPE

S&D

Renew

Verts/ALE

ECR

ID

NI

The Left

Total

Speeches

1 Speech in total

Pro

Contra

Kim VAN SPARRENTAK

Kim VAN SPARRENTAK

Verts/ALE

1:28 min

7.16. Addictive design of online services and consumer protection in the EU single market (vote)

Documents (PDFs)

DRAFT REPORT on addictive design of online services and consumer protection in the EU single market REPORT on addictive design of online services and consumer protection in the EU single market Addictive design of online services and consumer protection in the EU single market

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