Milwaukee 9-year-old dies attempting 'blackout' challenge | GMA

The parents speak exclusively to ABC News about a social media challenge called "blackout" -- in which children choke themselves until they pass out.
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[@Diariesofafitgirl]

So sorry. This truly is a lesson learned that no 9 year old should ever have a Tik Tok. I'm 29 and had to delete the app because of how much of a negative influence it had on my life and mental well being.

[@yoboo8357]

you're a grown adult and a kids dancing app took a toll on your mental health? what the fuck?????

[@crazykuudere]

Same reason I deleted the app

[@magzmoney]

Damn. I only got fun stuff. The algorithm is a beast.

[@godifiedsaint201]

Agreed

[@colin6898]

Shit is toxic and must be stopped

[@Sylmations]

This girl was in elementary school, she wasn’t even old enough to have social media. This is truly a tragedy, my heart goes out to the family.

[@ManyLegions88]

Wasn't old enough according to who?

[@Sylmations]

@@ManyLegions88 All Social Media requires you to be 13+, even KZbin. That’s just how it is in the US, I don’t know if the age changes around the world based off of age consent. I just know here in the US, a teenager is identified as 13+ so that’s why TikTok would fall under that category.

[@ManyLegions88]

@@Sylmations All that means is that you have to set your birth date when you sign up to a year that shows you're over 13 years old. You do know that right? I mean people like you missed the obvious images on metal albums back in the day so I just gotta double check.

[@skypie5374]

@@ManyLegions88 yeah but it’s also the parents to be aware of that I’m pretty sure everyone knows that.

[@ManyLegions88]

@@skypie5374 Yeah I'm referring to the eighties and even into the nineties. You must not do much research. But I have taught my daughter just fine and she has stayed out of trouble and she doesn't fall for your nonsense so I don't really care I was just commenting on this because it felt relevant but clearly it wasn't.

[@JBRich1]

It’s a tragedy, but young children don’t need social media. It’s the parents’ responsibility to protect them. I’m old and kids did this back in the day. I started to try and backed out after witnessing another doing it. Talk to your kids people!

[@kookycoolauntkaryn5884]

FACTS!!

[@jamimarie6117]

Why do so many young children have access to this! I’m lucky that I grew up in a time where we didn’t have to worry about this stuff! Kids this young should not have the freedom to use social media. Parents need to be more aware of what their children are looking at on social media!

[@dorib.3367]

Jackie Barker same here they did this back in the day I witness a girl pass out and her so called friends didn't even catche her she hit that concrete hard. Smh

[@samuelugh5729]

Exactly! I see most parents just give their phone. Or ipad or whatever just so they will leave them alone and forget. then something happens. Oh all of a sudden fingers start pointing forward while 4 other fingers pointing back at them. Start with being a parent first. Spend time with them. Show them attention. Find out what they want in life, goals, dreams, show them how to play outside, be kids. I don’t think its tik toks fault.

[@msreen269]

@@jamimarie6117 just like with cable tv there are computer, phone and tablet child locks to prevent children from using or viewing dangerous or adult content or using certain media platforms and since most of social media platforms were created with the idea of using for adult content, if the child locks are in place they can’t access those platforms. So most parents opts not to use those child locks. This all could have been prevented. However parents will not hold themselves accountable, they will instead blame the platforms for their own negligence.

[@dogeydoge5577]

Wow. I’m 13 and my parents don’t let me use TikTok. And I don’t want to use it. The negative influence it can have on people is unbelievable. My heart goes out to the family.

[@mbr41]

Haha... your comment reminded me a lot of myself back then. Except Tik tok was Facebook. My parents didnt want me to be surfing on the net, so I only had the television to entertain me. And I also grew up hating both facebook and Tiktok. I've seen a lot of dumb videos that came from tik tok which has kept me away from installing it from the first place.

[@volvo09]

It's all stupid garbage anyways. It's designed to keep people stupid.

[@ryanciani3324]

its musically. its all fake singing

[@Elishavaaa]

I am 14 and I just uninstalled it because it's so toxic and has such a negative influence on people

[@echung168]

Yet you're on KZbin lol

[@JL-zn7me]

Parents need to understand that handing a phone, tablet, etc to their child at such a young age is dangerous. Children cannot make adult, informed decisions. We have these deadly, dangerous challenges, sickos connecting with kids on line, bullying. Kids need to be playing outside, not lost in a unrealistic world of technology!!! Rest In beautiful peace beautiful angel.

[@stephaniecorelli3034]

It seems that some parents would rather wipe thier hands of responsibility because it's easier to have their children be distracted, while the parents can be fully self- absorbed and distracted with "other things"

[@GTX311]

Someone thinks he's an expert on kids. 😁 By the way, there are no angels. 😉

[@annawalsh1904]

@@GTX311 that’s common knowledge. Kids are stupid, and should not have this kind of access to the internet

[@AkaiNabi]

While I agree letting kids use phone at use an age it's dangerous, it's not safe anymore to let them play outside. It just isn't anymore (if it ever was).

[@shannongrossen8885]

Thank you for saying this its so true!! And as for outside, well as long as the parents outside with them at all costs and not around a large group of people and kids it should be okay, but even kids being outside these days isnt even safe tbh!

[@JesseDanielle]

This is sad and I could never imagine losing my child like this, but TikTok isn’t meant for 9 years old. And those parents shouldn’t have let her free on the app period.

[@avanwosu]

Tik tok isn’t meant for children under 13 anyways

[@kara7777]

Agreed

[@AshtrayB88]

Agreed

[@kathynguyen6409]

I agreed too..I feel they didn't know this is going to happen to her. I honestly think no parents should allow a cell phone access from 6 to 13 year old.

[@ellem5314]

It doesn’t matter what age u r, parents need to teach abt principles, boundaries and give them insight on life. Whoever thought choking urself till they pass out clearly had something else going on in their head because it’s all ages who’ve done this challenge, the people who actually attempt it r dumb and not thinking clearly

[@debby8428]

The sadness in the moms voice broke my heart. I lost my 12 year old son in an accident in 1996 and I still am in pain. I wish I could hug her.

[@tiffinwonderland7243]

I am sorry for your loss.

[@Justagirlnamedshawn]

So sorry for your loss. These parents should have NEVER let their daughter have a social media account, too damn young!

[@ashlylifesummer3934]

HUGS YOU🥺

[@debby8428]

@Lord Terance If you have her phone number I absolutely would.

[@tru3293]

May God bless you and your family. I am so sorry.

[@beck1902]

Omg, 9 years olds. Same age as my daughter. I cannot even fathom the heartbreak. God wrap your arms around this family!

[@sandhanitizer15]

This is absolutely horrible don't get me wrong. I feel extremely bad for the family. No one should have to bury their children. That being said...this is exactly why there's age restrictions. A 9 year old should not have been allowed to have TikTok in the first place! There's so much shit on there that is so inappropriate for a 9 year old.

[@pamelawing5747]

So there's the rub. How is that policed. Yes, parents ARE certainly responsible and if I had kids, the internet usage would be kept to a very minimum. The don't need it. It's convenient because everyone is so busy. I'm so sorry for these parents.

[@coco-cliveasmrgenealogy6171]

Exactly. No matter what you do, people will always blame social media. I have to say it. It annoys me, I would warn and speak to my child about social media and the possibility of it being dangerous. SOME Parents AND SOME people put all their faults into others and not see that they can be at fault ASWELL.

[@pamelawing5747]

@@coco-cliveasmrgenealogy6171 How do you explain the dangers of social media to a 9 year old or even a 15 year old?. It's NOT in their frame of reference, it's all innocent and all fun. Limit their access.

[@coco-cliveasmrgenealogy6171]

@@pamelawing5747 If I can explain to my 9 year old Dog not to do something (NOT saying this young beautiful soul was a Dog, so don't come at me) she won't do it. Tik Tok or Tok Tik cannot keep record of every child. Parents are also, especially if your child is 9 years old, NOT to follow silly trends that can be dangerous. Tik Tok also has uplifting trends too, like Cancer awareness, LGBT awareness, Racism awareness, Health, Cooking, Dance trends. I mean, I can go on forever and say the positives aswell as the negatives of Tik Tok. But people like to use the SUE word to solve their problems when they should keep an eye on their child until their 18 or even up to 25 years old, since the brain isn't fully developed.

[@lisah1692]

So true, no 9 yr. Old should be allowed online unsupervised! Especially in this wicked social media world.

[@angiejones968]

Her being on any social media is the responsibility of the parent. I’m so sorry she lost her life.

[@robroy6374]

social media butterfly - It's a word/title that is usually used to describe someone that is always connected to social media sites giving updates constantly, yet rarely socializes with any of the friends or followers in real life.

[@vanessacook8214]

I agree!!....

[@ferninthehouse]

yeah i agree she shouldnt be on social media that young, but also nobody thinks that by giving their child social media that means their child is going to die

[@efranklin755]

@@ferninthehouse nah in 2022 parents should know better. We've all heard the horror stories. No way a 9 year old should be on social media unsupervised.

[@dr.rickbooty]

This game can occur without social media. I was at camp when I first saw this game. They wanted me to do it too, but I refused to partake in it. It was my mama's words of wisdom that made me tell them no, and they tried to pressure me, but I did not do it. Just seemed very unsafe to be passing out as a game.

[@hannahlou3406]

I'm so tired of seeing parents let their kids who are under 13 use tiktok!! There are so many disturbing things on that app and there is no way to age filter content. Not to mention predators who could be stalking your child!!

[@DurgaUsagi]

Im a parent who was DIEHARD on NO CELLPHONE PERIOD till my kid was 18.... she hated me HARDCORE....but thanx me now at 22yrs. NO IT WAS NOT EASY,FUN, OR ENJOYABLE 4 either of us. ....but im genX and grew up in nj/nyc in the partymonster clubdays and ikno whatgoes onONLINE and if your a parent you are NEGLIGENT for not doing your research..... No, child locks and child security are NOT ENUF.... THEY WILL FINDA WAY. Ifeel soso terrible for this family but there is WAYS TO PREVENT THIS and its NOT explaining 2themthe dangersand expecting them2 listen..... its keeping them off unsupervised outlets ALL TOGETHER cause there is NO SAFE SPACE......unfortunately....online. 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔🥺

[@SAM-sr3fo]

No doubt, Honestly I do not see why parents give their child a phone before 15/16 years of age and without earning it. It is much MORE dangerous for a child to have a phone than NOT to have a phone. Way too may avenues available to lose your child with giving them possession of a phone with that much power/influence.

[@Dymphna06]

I agree 100%!

[@stonehengemaca]

I'm so tired listening to naïve commentary about parenting. ANYBODY that believes they can prevent a child accessing internet content is delusional. Best way is to allow and inform and monitor.

[@Dymphna06]

@@DurgaUsagi me too, partied hard, grew up 70’s/80’s and 90’s. Know what’s online, too. My kid hasn’t even played a video game at age 8. My older one was in the first smart phone generation and has a hard time making friends in person / IRL because of it. He is going into tech job but still, I saw the mistakes I made with him - even he didn’t get a smart phone 📱 until 13. Parental controlled . But now I worry so much about porn and all kinds of crap. Tik Tok is ABSOLUTE GARBAGE. All stripper shit and worse. Terrible for little kids to be seeing this. Parents are clueless and lazy. We need to stop our young ones from going down the tubes with this garabage. I don’t care who thinks I’m overreacting. It’s a scourge and these companies don’t give one crap about our kids- we have to.

[@A.I.P]

I am 12 and all my friends have Instagram and use it constantly, my parents refuse to let me have it and I have never argued about it because they explained why very clearly, this video has really made me appreciate their reasons more.

[@regnisj5993]

It's a good decision, You have a Future that awaits You, Study, work hard and become what's destined for You. You will be enough. Read Books, Write diaries... It will help You, Spend time with Your Parents, They only want Your Best. God Bless You

[@littlepudding6276]

​@@regnisj5993 you're a very smart 12 year old listening to your parents good job

[@karamelapple8007]

I'm sorry your parents are mentally I'll. 😢

[@RG-xr2rc]

It's devastating and no one has to go through this. But don't let TikTok Instagram and all other social media raise your children.

[@kasualbeauty309]

It ain’t about social media raising them. It’s about the popularity that the kids get sucked into. That’s why I don’t allow my ten year old daughter on social media.

[@kasualbeauty309]

If you have to lie about your age to get an account then you’re too young to have an account.

[@julielewisizame]

Exactly

[@princesslamour1985]

Right!!!!

[@merandiahayes2560]

Who said it was raising their kids? Pretty Ignorant comment… kids are kids.. they wanna be like everyone else and that’s the issue! This shouldn’t even be a thing period the videos should be banned

[@acostaalex94]

The fact that this parents are not taking responsibility for letting her use the app.

[@janetta.1088]

I agree, I feel for the parents I can't even imagine. But as parents we have to take responsibility for what we allow our children to be exposed to. Tik tok didn't download itself no platform that isn't for kids downloads itself.

[@abigailstars2013]

Because if they take responsibility they can't sue TikTok, the mom saying she didn't knew TikTok would allow this kind of content, really?? In what planet they live?

[@Timothee_Chalamet_CMBYN]

@@abigailstars2013 plus it’s not even a tik tok trend.

[@DanieB322]

Hmmmm what ?

[@christyengle4565]

It's going to get thrown out of court. Also, what if the parents are using this an an alibi? Did anyone think of that?

[@icehalili4276]

Millenial mom here, a certified 90's kid. I had my first cellphone when I was 13 and we were supervised. Parents, please take extra time and effort to guide your kids. More than anyone, you are responsible for their whole being. I have 4 kids aged 16,12 and 9..I always explain to them that not everything they see online is true...I make it a point to monitor how they use their phones,messengers and call them out when I hear them watching stuff on youtube/tiktok that has bad words, overly dramatic spiels etc....Condolence to the fam

[@TomikaKelly]

I'm a millilenial 90s kid too. This challenge has been around since the 70s. My GenX cousins would tell me about kids doing this at their school in the 80s and 90s. Even without social media this could've happened because it was happening in middle school bathrooms. That said, social media should definitely be monitored but that isn't really going to solve the issue. Making sure your kids have good basic common sense and good decision making skills is key here. Because even if she didn't have a cell phone and her friends at school came up.to her about some Black Out Challenge, her basic common sense should've told her this doesn't sound like a good idea.

[@icehalili4276]

@@TomikaKelly True

[@adingdingdiiing6740]

This is just the reality we have to live with now. Back in our day (90s, 2000s) when we got our phones, we basically had access to call and text. These days, kids have access to EVERYTHING on the internet. Parents should be stricter about these things.

[@Jermeah]

I am a 90s kid as well and I have a 10yr old, 11yr old, a bonus 17 year old, and one on the way. Yes, I agree, you have to talk to your kids unfortunately social media is not responsible for what your kids watch or try to post on there, it's up to us to monitor them. Quite frankly I don't even believe kids should even be on TikTok that's case and point. This a tough tragedy and my condolences to the family as well.

[@icehalili4276]

I've watched the SOCIAL DILEMMA documentary on Netflix and the children of the founders and employees of these social media platforms do not even allow thwir own children to use the platforms they create...

[@SilverSlugs16]

I want to say a 9 year old should never have been on social media, but it’s more than that. I was on this very website and others all the time when I was 9 (I’m 22) and so were many of my friends. My parents weren’t anywhere near as tech savvy as todays younger parents are but they taught me enough to keep me safe on there. There really needs to be more conversations and warnings from these parents to their kids. We cannot keep kids off the internet even if we want to, not in this era. We need to do a better job arming kids with the sense they need to keep them safe

[@sonyafanning7445]

They need to do away with tic tok

[@KamawnTH]

I've been on a iPad since I was 4. Look at me now! *a failure.*

[@SilverSlugs16]

@@KamawnTH well that may have happened regardless of the iPad I fear

[@midnighttheumbreon8857]

I’m 22 now, and tik tok wasnt a thing back then… What are you saying

[@SilverSlugs16]

@@midnighttheumbreon8857 “this very website” means the one we’re on right now. KZbin. That’s what “this” means. If I was talking about TikTok I would’ve said “that website” or just referred to it by name. Lmk if that clears it up for you

[@Mimi-zg2bh]

THIS challenge has been around for over 50 years. We kids did it in front of each other and it was scary then. Parents must be or get nosy. Stay in your babies business no matter how embarrassing you are to them. Hurt feelings get to be hurt. That pain will be a memory but a life lost isn't going to go away easily. 💔

[@stopthesniff8676]

Lol

[@mystikow6287]

@@stopthesniff8676 "lol" -the person no one gives a fuck about, not even their parents

[@terrapinflyer273]

^ I don't know what this person's laughing about, but I agree, absolutely.

[@butterflywingz4913]

I know! All us kids used to do that growing up! It's sad that dumb people are advertising it to very young children.

[@TikTokisGay877]

@@terrapinflyer273 hes laughing about you😂😂😂

[@Aurequin]

"We sat in a table of 4 chairs. Now we sit at a table with 3." That broke my heart. May she rest forever in peace❤🕊

[@mr.erikchun5863]

I would like someone to start a challenge of finding a random dude and begin performing oral on them. Man I’d love that and no one would be harmed. This little girl would have me busting all kinds of nuts.

[@shaniyabisburg1844]

It’s because the parents are retards. It shouldn’t brake your heart, you should be disappointed at what parents allow 😂

[@nhatruclepalacios2462]

This is why I don't allow my kids to have any kind of social media unless they understand or talked about in situations like this. My condolences to they family.

[@Rastradamus357]

This challenge is not about TIK TOK

[@lariwyman6273]

Exactly! Why is a 9 year old on tictok!

[@Nope991]

@@Rastradamus357 It is

[@Nope991]

@@lariwyman6273 Why is a 9 year old using s phone in the first place.

[@xoxoxalicia]

.

[@chivymendoza]

This is so sad. So sorry for this family's lost. My daughter was not allowed any social media until 14yrs old and until she understood how not to be easily influenced. I can't even imagine what they're going through.

[@alextwin365]

This is truly sad, but unfortunately this challenge is not just a trend tied to TikTok. This was a challenge even when I was in high school about 15 years ago. I remember fellow students trying it. So

[@TheTonialadd]

I’m 60 and it was going on when I was a teenager.

[@brendad940]

@@TheTonialadd I'm 57 and it was going on in my neck of the woods too. Grew up in Portland Oregon.

[@dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327]

Wasn’t it called the Heaven Challenge back then?

[@iriselizabethpg]

This goes way beyond social media days. I remember a guy in the neighborhood show me and his cousin how his friends taught him how to choke himself out; we were on the fronts steps of his house. He passed out and we watched until he came back and asked if we wanted to try it. I told him he was crazy and no thank you. This was 30 years ago.

[@tiffanyritter9468]

I remember when 20 years ago doing this to my sister. 🙄

[@vidatwynham2482]

It’s a “Parents” job to monitor, teach, share and train your kids right and wrong, the dangers of social media so when they encounter this type of stupidity, they will know how to respond appropriately.

[@superlovesparkles]

Well said!

[@dionneaseals]

Yes, it's true. But, you can do all the right things and unfortunately your child may feel the pressure to do it. And out of curiosity they comply. Young adults/ adults do the same thing. Let's not start to point blame when even adults do wrong and they know it's wrong. A child's mind isn't fully developed to see and know the totality of consequences from their momentary decision.

[@mandyk9192]

Very true but I don’t think kids that young should not be on apps like this

[@raqueld4899]

@@dionneaseals sometimes pressure/encouragement from others can make you behave poorly. Till this day I have it engrained what grandma used to tell me "if someone jumps off a bridge, would you jump too?" I would always say "Yes" 😁 (I love the adrenaline rush 🙃. I made my husband go skydiving, now he loves it) But yeah, I don't succumb to pressure from others. I always think "why blend in, when you can stand out? " but unfortunately not everyone is comfortable going against others expectations 😔

[@carmenmorales277]

Miss perfect here comment 🤨

[@KatsOhana]

This challenge was a thing well over 10 years ago, it is nothing new. As much as my heart goes out to the family, children shouldn't be exposed to social media at such a young age

[@derpal5284]

True. There is a 14-year-old video about it on KZbin (ripped from TV, I guess). But back then, there were no social media platforms spreading every nonsense en masse. Such crazy things would then remain rather local.

[@Marieparawho]

I agree! Most social media apps are 13 & up

[@Mike--Oxmall]

When I was a kid about 20 years ago, I figured out that if I got an emply bottle of cola and breathed in and out of it then I would get light headed and eventually pass out. Never realised how fucking dangerous it was, I used to do it when I was bored.

[@pertinasmith8183]

I agree and it's crazy because I'm a toddler teacher and my two year olds talk about watching tik Tok. Smh

[@2019RD]

I just don’t like how Tik tok allows this stupid challenges smh any many more!

[@aylapereira9206]

my heart goes out to this mom.

[@silverdoe9477]

Suing the platform for THEIR negligence is appalling. I understand they are suffering but they are young enough to have knowledge about internet & social media. The platform can’t stop all inappropriate content, it’s parents who have the responsibility here. She was way too young to have access without supervision. Harsh but true, put energy into educating others of online safety.

[@Charlotte-wx4jz]

A family in the UK took the NHS to court because their son did the challenge and was rushed to hospital. He was on a ventilator but brain dead but they didn’t believe it, DRs said he wouldn’t wake up and to take him off life support but the didn’t believe it so the took it to court. He lost his fight about a week ago and I think they are trying to sue again. He had been unresponsive since April!

[@TheworldiseffdUP]

You are on point!

[@Violexie-wb7op]

Agreed.

[@bullgirlmamamuse7452]

Exactly

[@somerandoinoceania]

@@Charlotte-wx4jz my girl where are your Ys

[@jeannietimberger2556]

When raising children you have to know what they're doing . Especially on social media.. 😢 I didn't let my kids have social media until they got into early teens and I was still in their business.

[@ManyLegions88]

Good for you now fuck out of my business. I don't need your Christianized pointers.

[@ayshafareed4935]

Yes, also I found her outfit and pose in that photo for a child that age mildly disturbing.

[@Dr.Mahadrasjethwani_MD]

@Jeannie Timberger.....truly LOVE ❤️ I'm still in their business!💯❗️Thank you🥰 As a Forensic Neuropsychiatrist I deal with the lost brain 🧠 of killers. Sadness for the families of these beautiful children and I will say however, YOU MUST DO EVERYTHING YOU CAN TO EDUCATE YOUR IMPRESSIONABLE CHILDREN BRAINS!!!!! ●To this mum, this is beyond a nightmare and just a simple suggestion, maybe giving your energy to speaking with your other children of the dangers of following trends no matter how funny it looks or sounds that just because hundreds of people is trying this stupid act, that all it takes is one to black out forever. I'm not responsible for a person's interpretation of what anyone views/hears/reads. If you blame a company for what others do, then you need to sue the news channels, grocery stores, Theme parks, ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS, schools, or the sidewalk.

[@scorpionattitude]

Absolutely

[@ananambo4133]

My kids are 13, 18 and 20 but if they are under my roof it is my business!

[@Musickt196]

I’m 26 and I remember when this was going around when I was in middle school. Letters were sent to parents about it. This wasn’t originated by TikTok; it goes way back. Then again, TikTok is horrible for kids with all these stupid “challenges”. If this ridiculous app is still around when I have kids, I won’t let them go near it.

[@starfruitiger]

THIS. yes i remember that too. stupid, dangerous, scary challenges have been around Long before tiktok.

[@msKita43]

I'm 36 and remember this going around as a thing at my elementary school too. Sad nonetheless but not the fault of an app.

[@billiejobarrios9283]

Im 49 & we did this in elementary.

[@stonehengemaca]

You won't be able to stop your children. Even if you remove internet/phone. Best thing is to educate and monitor. There is no safer environment than your own home. Denying them, will only lead to a pattern of your kids lying to you and accessing the same material at others places.

[@stonehengemaca]

@@msKita43 Of course it's the fault of the app. They encourage kids to do challenges, one challenge is to black out?! Yes that is inappropriate content and the app should have clamped down on that trend.

[@zoeykingham]

I don't understand how people come up with these sickening challenges... I'm so sorry for their loss😓

[@zoeykingham]

@van ara yeah it's honestly crazy...

[@2.fatducks]

you play star stable?

[@kizzylolo6491]

This black out challenge been out since 2014

[@brittscott4673]

Parents need to be vigilant with keeping up with their kids activity and what they are exposed to on the internet. I'm am sorry to hear about this family's tragic loss of their daughter.

[@lucylol5694]

I agree, man when I tell you we have to be watchful of our kids 24/7.

[@brittscott4673]

@@lucylol5694 Tik Tok is TOXIC POISON.

[@pick7387]

No one should create a tic TOC where anyone should be choking themself the mind some peo has may the angels welcome that little child into heaven god will give you peace parent let your son joined some sport to free his mind as human prey for each other you are not alone

[@IeldudeI]

Sorry to say this but it’s the parents fault.

[@brittscott4673]

I agree with you,

[@5xpm347]

This “challenge” has been going on way before social media became a thing. I remember my older cousin was the one showing all of us other kids. Before me was my other cousin, and he ended up having a concussion because his head hit the concrete, and now he’s a little slow on mental development. I know kids used to be peer pressured into playing it on the playgrounds during recess. Once the school found out, they announced a mandatory morning assembly for the parents and all of the kids, to talk about peer pressure and safety on the playground. Condolences to the family, and Im truly sorry it took a tragedy of their young daughter’s life, to realize the dangerous influences of social media.

[@ckevorkianxo]

It was “space monkey” in NH when I was young… Crazy!!

[@EveHyland-in8jb9ti9y]

I remember it back in the 90s.

[@wupacalypse3361]

That don't matter! Social media is a CANCER

[@ruejules4418]

@5xpm I remember reading an article of a mother trying to raise awareness about a challenge(it was this challenge but it was named differently) in internet because his son died as result of it. I read that articule around 2015 but articule was published in late 90s

[@jmo_on]

same, ive heard of the challenge before tik tok existed, but the “choking themselves” thing sounds even more dangerous than holding your breath until you pass out. media challenges are definitely not something for children to play around with, nonetheless.

[@simoneymone89]

I’m so sorry. This is heartbreaking. This is why I told my daughter no go tik tok but husband doesn’t see the big deal. The exposure is deadly. Kids should be kids.

[@lolawants2008]

Im confused. I learned this at church camp at 11yrs old 30yrs ago. Literally every kid I knew did this for fun.. absolutely no one was injured. You held your breath & blocked you carotids, like 5 seconds you fall back onto a bed & have a tiny buzz. It was harmless. I wonder what changed that all these kids are dying? I wish they were more specific. Ps nothing I’m saying here is intended to diminish this poor child’s death. Prayers to her family.

[@a.m.thomas9366]

@@lolawants2008 NO, YOU DID NOT LEARN IT AT CHURCH CAMP and YOU SHOULD NOT HAVE EXPLAINED IN DETAILS HOW TO DO IT. YOU, TOO, ARE PROMOTING IT.

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Why do you give your child access to the internet ? A child should only hold books.

[@simoneymone89]

@@a.m.thomas9366 ok. Feel free to come raise my children.

[@wittle5788]

@@a.m.thomas9366 you don't always know what ur child is doing internet is everywhere. You can't lock them in there rooms

[@JustMe-ug3mk]

I'm truly sorry for these parents' loss. It can't be easy. What I don't understand is why parents allow their little kids to be on social media platforms like tic tok? I hope this will be a lesson to other parents of young kids on being hands on and extra vigilant.

[@shayshaymann113]

As sad as I am about their loss, I have to ask, why did the parent allow their 9 yr old have an account? Or at the very least check up on her with the app? These senseless challenges have been ‘a thing’ for a few years now. You can’t sue the app if you didn’t do your part as a parent. My condolences to those parents 🙏

[@dripxenseixensei3822]

I always say, some people don't deserve kids smh. May she rest in peace.

[@meldawilliams1636]

People have turn their kids into Gods by that I mean they do not discipline, they do not educate them or teach them common sense, they do not say to them all they do is buy, buy but and do not monitor

[@logicalrealistic3139]

TOTALLY AGREE

[@juliattavarez4211]

I agree with you 100%

[@illnsp08]

They shouldn't even have a phone much less an account at that young age.

[@elainekarrh2240]

I will turn 60 next month,and we did this when we were in high school back in the late 70’s. We cannot blame Tik Tok or any other outlets for this. We must as parents take accountability for our children at the tender age of 9 years old. We must do better! I am so sorry for the families loss and pray for them,but trying to blame someone else for this does not work.

[@ccMomOfJays]

Agree. I'm class of 97 and remember this from middle school. Been around a long while

[@yolandaogim]

I agree 100%

[@kathyramos2924]

Yes , I do feel .. they ignore her child being on tik tok/ social media all the time … before technology our parents used to tell us … on how take care of ourselves when they were not around what to do etc … so I believe communication and tone of voice might help so they know mom/ dad are not joking.

[@taraevette6901]

I have Tik Tok, but I’ve never seen this challenge. However, this is not the first time I’ve heard about it. And just like now, it had killed several children. This is so sad

[@kymk143]

Well said! 100% agree!

[@Adaeze_Nduka]

So so sorry for your loss. But please don’t blame the media. The eyes are a gateway to the mind, guard it.

[@carmenmorales277]

Social media have alot to do in this sorry

[@GreenteaFaerie]

👏

[@solsticeskey5449]

It's the parents fault for giving a tablet or phones to their children because they don't want to be a parent or a guardian. They are the here just watch this and leave me alone. Then they don't look at what their teens are doing, teens need to be guided and the adults aren't doing that either.

[@JB-dk4cm]

Social media is now a days a bad things to be on it

[@JB-dk4cm]

@@solsticeskey5449 I don't think so,if this app watch what on it than it won't be a problem to any ages

[@MakaDang2023]

Dear god..please bless this babies parents in there time of need..Keep their baby safe in your arms🙏🏻

[@minkskoroma5890]

While this is a tragedy, why was a nine-year-old on tiktok? My heart is broken for the child who lost her life but better parenting could have prevented this as opposed to them suing...😔

[@henriettemulumba4626]

That's really true , it's really sad she lost her life because of a phone. I'm really sorry 😞 but it's the truth. Social media 😭😭😭

[@andreacollier7396]

On TikTik AND had on a belly shirt at the end of the video...

[@ceceprincess4758]

My niece is on tik and I asked her why is she on that. It's bad for kids

[@chupachups2236]

Pretty sure they won’t win the lawsuit. The terms of service clearly indicate that the user has to be at least 13 years of age to be able to have full access to the app.

[@kathleenking47]

However, Kids & friends, SNEAK, if it was taken away or not shown Grt to know the kids friends PARENTS

[@ro.3645]

My 10 yr old threw a fit when he learned I blocked this app on his devices. I don’t want my kid to be cool I want my kid alive and mentally stable. His fit just proved he isn’t ready for the mostly bs on tiktok. I feel for these parents loss, but I also hope that since February they understand their part in this not to point fingers but to learn and be better for their other children.

[@howdy5025]

My friend did this exact same thing and passed away 2 weeks before she turned 12:( we were just going into 7th grade

[@calvinm1866]

He'll thank you down the road. I can't imagine trying to raise a kid with all this crap around.

[@Nollugs5111]

Why Should KIDS be participating in so much nonsense on social media

[@Nope991]

You are letting a 10 year old use a phone 😂. Please don't tell me it is a phone of his own

[@JK-br1mu]

Scream "you're too little!" while cracking a raw egg on the side of face, to press the point home.

[@misterb6416]

I'm really wondering why people allow their children to go on these apps unsupervised. Going on these apps exposes your child to so many dangerous things and people. You would never take your child to a strange city, drop them off and let them roam around without you, being on these social media apps are pretty much the same as that. I feel bad for this family but they are just as much to blame as anyone else. My young niece stayed with me for almost a year because her parents were traveling nurses during covid. She was allowed to be on her laptop as long as she was in the family room with me. Her phone and laptop were locked away at night when she went to bed. She didn't like it at first but she got used to it.

[@MyOdette123]

I don’t understand either. My kids are 7 and 8 and I NEVER let them go on the internet unsupervised. And they sure as heck never go on tick tok

[@yahya4370]

When your kids have phones it’s possible to miss their interactions with these sites. Y’all love to play so vigilant in these comments.. but likely the first time you tried a smoke, drink, sex, or just fighting your parents we’re not there. It’s not that your parents didn’t care but they didn’t know all the ways you could circumvent their teaching. Stop acting like nothing can be missed with loving parents.. yours did but you didn’t pass away.

[@MissJacqee]

I always say the internet, no matter the social app is the open public, the worldwide public so people should be careful the same way they would be on the streets.

[@steel072]

@@yahya4370 the child is nine years old. I grew up in the harshest ghetto and my mom kept tabs on us. At nine, I was not trying to smoke and other stuff like that. Kids should be monitored…bottom line. This isn’t a story about teenagers. This baby was nine. And my nine year old doesn’t have or need a phone.

[@justmejenny7986]

@@yahya4370 at 9 years old I was playing with Barbies, riding a bike, swimming, coloring, reading. Social media didn't exist. Children should be children.

[@mandarinaportocala849]

Why does a 9 year old have access to tik tok?

[@ivek_k]

That's what I'm saying... I didn't have a phone until middle school

[@VioletJoy]

My friend's son died doing this over 10 years ago. This really doesn't have anything to do with TikTok specifically. Many parents want to release their anger somewhere, and sadly, sometimes it's just a terrible accident. I can only imagine the gut wrenching heartache they are experiencing. If only children understood that there's no going back. 💔😥💔

[@marvinjordan7735]

Violet joy sorry for your loss parents should take responsibility

[@MrMJmusicLover]

Anger at who or what? As a parent, a child is your responsibility. If the death wasn't at the hands of someone else, the anger should be directed towards yourself.

[@deliapalacios6400]

So sad to heard this, but as a parent we have to be vigilant in what our kids are watching and talk to them about everything.

[@kathynguyen6409]

The parents need to be responsible for their own children's well being. My question why did you allow her to have access to tik tok? I am 34 years old and I don't even use the tik tok.

[@brookelynnpaige7828]

I understand parents should be more responsible but we live in different times. There was a time where you can find crazy challenges on KZbin like the cinnamon challenge,so it's not just a tik tok thing. What the guy said about teaching kids about the difference between reality and virtual is important. We live in a world full of technology where we can be exposed to anything and most parents wouldn't want their kids with out it so the best any parent can do is teach their kids to be smarter than the other kids and not be so worldly. Don't think that you're only cool I'd you follow a trend or follow the crowd.

[@yoboo8357]

because you're a doomer and it's a kids app, obviously kids are gonna be on it? tf lol

[@thekatester2839]

Tik too is mainly used by teenagers. I'm also 30 and no one i know uses it.

[@lailaalanna315]

@@yoboo8357 it's for teens, not suitable for 9 years olds. Sad...

[@yoboo8357]

@@lailaalanna315 13 year olds are kids, my point still stands, it's a kids app and she shouldn't be on it regardless at 34

[@katkk4096]

I'm so sorry for the Parents God Bless Them, Rest In Peace Beautiful Girl.

[@ashleysovilla2037]

9 year olds do not belong on social media and this is why! My heart goes out to the family 😢

[@brendonsimpson3566]

The family is partly to blame

[@skaio.5279]

@@brendonsimpson3566 Yes, as much as it's sad for them, why the heck do children have phones and social media??? Getting a phone at at least 10 - early teens and creating social media at like 13 seems fine. BUT NINE? TF-

[@haleydavila6471]

@@skaio.5279 I agree. It’s hard to point fingers because of the tragic outcome, but they’re to blame because of their own lack of knowledge for Tik Tok. They thought it was ok for their 9 year old to use? That’s just ridiculous. She deserved better.

[@loriskillman2580]

I'm 61, my TV viewing was monitored when I was a kid. Parents still need to monitor their kid's activities. My condolences to this family.

[@angc.8810]

I agree it can be done my oldest is 24 and I kept her away from things as times were changing. My 16 year old has a flip phone and yes in this house things get monitored. I don't believe in giving kids especially young phones iPad etc. Give them all our time, I'm old school

[@weekendnomad5038]

Yea they didn’t have social media platforms or internet then…

[@reginafallangie2867]

Devastating loss. My heart goes out to them. Parents, *please don’t let your young children online without your presence.*

[@mr.erikchun5863]

Why did she know about TikTok? Blame the parents for not monitoring her.

[@space_marbles]

@Mr. Erik Chun what about the challenge its self? was the challenge not dangerous? anyone is able to quickly go onto tiktok, or even youtube and search it up. Some parents are really busy, and things like app restrictions isn't the most important thing to them. I blame tiktok.

[@reginafallangie2867]

@@space_marbles so ur saying that u think a 9 year old should just have full access to go online themselves, without someone monitoring them, because they’re too busy? Too many kids, at a too young age, have full access to a device without someone watching. From access to inappropriate content to online predators, there’s a whole lot that can go wrong without a grown up to monitor it

[@elpapu3870]

Blame yourself to let a young person in internet. Internet is public and theres a bunch of retards as intelligent people both influence and youngers are more vulnerable to it. @@space_marbles

[@jackuelyngilbert2399]

This is the most terrifying and horrible thing for anybody to be put on social media. I am so sorry for all the families that have lost their children to this epidemic. May God be with you and my heart breaks for you.

[@mrsc1742]

Absolutely beautiful young girl & I'm saddened this happened. However, people are just too quick to blame companies and take no responsibility. How it it TikTok's responsibility to monitor what YOUR 9 year old views? The parents need to ensure their child does not have the app and teach them not to follow "trends" that could lead to your death!

[@gabriellegreco7479]

Tiktok is responsible for the disgusting challenges that they allow on their app, look how many people did these challenges and kill themselves for that. Wanna know what's even worse how they allow child predators and perverts to prey on children.

[@RM-zk2xp]

but they allowed their daughter to have social media, they allowed their daughter at such a young age to be exposed to these social media platforms that damages the child's mind, TAKE THEM OUTSIDE! TAKE THEM AWAY FROM ALL THAT BULLSHIT!

[@mariearmstrong9185]

I agree. I'm a senior citizen. Our family computer was in the living room only. We put parental blocks on it. There was no computers, or TV's in our kids room. We sat down as a family and ate dinner. Our kids went to school, had chores and curfews. The did not roam the street after dark. And our kids knew better than to speak back to us. But as we know unfortunately times have changed.

[@sarahcarrizales9759]

Parents these days think their kids are entitled to phones. Not too many bad kids at the store anymore because they are usually in a cart staring at a phone. My 8 and 5 year old can be nasty little brats at the store but I still refuse to give them my phone. I would rather be frustrated than having my phone babysit them. it's worse that some kids that age even have their own phone. Ridiculous.

[@rhondamyers4292]

@@mariearmstrong9185 that was the good days i miss that

[@uniquelymade6760]

they also allowed her to pose for that picture looking like she was seventeen

[@Fyou600]

@@sarahcarrizales9759 my 10 year old has a phone, I simply monitor what he does and take it away when I feel he’s on it too much. Don’t judge others, some of us don’t want our kids to be “nasty, little brats” at the store and would rather give them a phone to play with. Certainly doesn’t mean I am a bad parent.

[@ladyluck0422]

I truly cannot comprehend how this is anyone's fault but the parents. You let social media raise your kids and you will pay the price one way or another. There is far too much evil and stupidity in today's world to not pay close attention to your children.

[@C4RR0T2]

I’m with you on this. Parents need to monitor their children and their social media accounts.

[@Shshehbjfkfkc]

Agreed

[@jancarter2372]

I agree with you her parents are at fault her for letting her on tik tok in the first place sorry for their lost

[@Prismatic_Truth]

Accusing these parents of "letting social media raise their kids" is a heck of a jump. Any sane, healthy society makes sure the whole environment is safe for children, so there's no need for parental hypervigilance. We're not made to deal with this kind of relentlessly hostile environment, where kids have to be monitored and defended from accidental exposure to damaging material almost everywhere you turn, 24/7; it's no wonder mental health is going downhill so rapidly. It's like society is purposefully creating an environment designed to destroy children.

[@honestyfirst8835]

@@xaeaxii7777 Nine year olds don't need phones. How about start there?

[@jessicaleung9234]

So sorry for your loss😥 It is hard to keep kids away from social media (Tik Tok) so I always guide them by having frequent conversations about it. My kids do understand and they are aware of the risk involved in the "blackout challenge" and know what to do and not to do.

[@melisue7487]

Yes, it’s definitely up to the parents to watch what their children do online and off, but you can’t always blame social media. I’m 40, and when I was in middle school, my friends, brother, and I used to do this. Thank god none of us got hurt, but not having social media doesn’t mean children won’t hear about it somewhere else and want to try it since obviously there was no social media back in the early 90’s and we heard about the trend

[@pjk1714]

That feed is premeditated murder. It should have been dropped and young children shouldn't have access. Years ago when someone dared a kid to jump, you saw the results for yourself.

[@casandrakelly]

It all comes down to teach your kids right from wrong & not be a follower

[@terryclish6177]

I had some friends do this back in 1975. So it's definitely not new. I thought it was so crazy that I ended up dropping those friends.

[@SincerelySam11]

I literally just said the same thing. I played this game with friends and everything you said is spot on. It’s very sad.. hate that they are going through this.

[@lolawants2008]

Yes, Im confused. I learned this at church camp at 11yrs old 30yrs ago. Literally every kid I knew did this for fun.. absolutely no one was injured. You held your breath & blocked you carotids, like 5 seconds you fall back onto a bed & have a tiny buzz. It was harmless. I wonder what changed that all these kids are dying? I wish they were more specific. Ps nothing I’m saying here is intended to diminish this poor child’s death. Prayers to her family.

[@Jalhde]

“Calling for justice” has become a scapegoat for poor parenting and personal responsibility

[@karenwalters1211]

This is so sad and my heart goes out to the parents. We all make mistakes with our kids. They probably thought it would be fine and now they know. It’s a shame it took a tragedy

[@angelminaj617]

I feel bad for people who don't off themselves. She did this for attention. She is an idiot

[@89medic]

It says you have to be 13 at minimum to have one. She was 9 so I don’t think the lawsuit will go any where

[@lolapop2010]

So ironic that these dangerous social media challenges gain the most popularity among users who aren't even mature enough to realize the consequences of doing them.

[@Dtachedkid]

Honestly all of these families will lose the court case against Tik Tok. Their kids wasn't suppose to ever have Tik Tok. Rest in peace to the beautiful little girl.

[@anitsirhc456]

I've already had this talk with my kids when it first came out. now it looks like I'm going to have to have another talk again just to make sure they didn't forget the first talk. I am so sorry for your loss she was a beautiful little angel and I am so sorry for the other parents that lost their child as well I'll pray for you guys.

[@brittanyperkins1932]

Or just delete the APP 💁🏾‍♀️

[@miaa1762]

@@brittanyperkins1932 the app isn’t the problem. This challenge has been around for decades, it wasn’t just created

[@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis]

Same. Looks like my kids are getting talked to tomorrow. They aren’t allowed social media, but their friends do. It’s scary. Losing a child is my worst fear. I don’t think I could survive it.

[@supportseoyoungeun5979]

Finally a reasonable parent.

[@blehblu]

@@brittanyperkins1932 This challenge has been going on since before TikTok. It was a trend when I was in junior high and that was 12 years ago. You can get rid of the internet, but you can't stop kids from socializing with other kids who know of the challenge. Ppl in their 40s are talking about how they used to do it in middle school. This isn't anything new

[@Swnsasy]

Unfortunately, this isn't just Tik Tok.. I'm 45yrs old and that was around when I was in junior high school.. This is so painful to hear. That beautiful girl is gone and these parents, I cannot imagine..

[@BaseballNBacon]

42 here and same.

[@rebeccanater]

Im 33 and i remember kids from another school were doing this to get high

[@mikehawk120]

Yup, 46 here and rem ppl doing stupid shit like this as a kid, we just didn’t have tik tok or a connection electronically to others like they be doing now.

[@BrandyD1777]

I am 42 years old. I remember kids doing this when I was young. I never understood. Fly 🕊️ high sweetheart. Blessings & peace ☮️ to all the families ❤️

[@ckotcher1]

I’m 46 and I never remember kids doing stupid crap like this. I mean kids have always done stunts but this online crap is a new level of stupid

[@Mekea1000]

Same. I recall them doing this in the 90s when I was in middle school

[@BrandyD1777]

Yes, @Ladiee M I was in middle school as well in the early 90s. I don't want to explain but I will say it happened with a a group of kids hanging out when parents weren't home. It was heart wrenching, scary. I remember leaving a friend's house being frightened & confused. I was thinking they wouldn't talk to me again because I didn't do it. Not knowing then what I know now...I didn't need them as friends and when we grow up we only have 1 or 2, if that, that we have remained in touch. P.s. I don't even know how this came about back then or today. Sad that the creators don't check the app for negative content of all kinds.

[@BrandyD1777]

@@ckotcher1 The online crap influences these young kids. Parents need to restrict access or completely deny it.

[@MsWhocares14]

@@ckotcher1 back in the day it used to be holding your breath until you pass out the only difference is now they actually choke themselves

[@AyDotHam]

I agree the parents should have made sure that their 9 year old daughter was not on social media. I also think that social media platforms should more cognizant of what and who is on their platforms. God rest her soul and my heart goes out to her family😔💔🙏

[@billytheadult6247]

What a tragedy. This is terrifying. I am a father, I can't imagine what it's like to loose a child, and I hope I never will. My condolences to the family.

[@Justagirlnamedshawn]

While I feel so very sad about parents losing a child, these parents need to PARENT!

[@wittle5788]

@@Justagirlnamedshawn she could have seen it a friend's house it's impossible to know every single thing your child is doing ..they are really good at hiding things .

[@Justagirlnamedshawn]

@@wittle5788 true, but then maybe parents need to know the parents their children are hanging with. Also, still not Tik Toks fault

[@wittle5788]

@@Justagirlnamedshawn yes but u can still know the parents and kids can still be sneaking my dad had no clue what I was doing at my best friend's house and my dad knew her mom. I think the biggest key is open communication with your child without fear . Also I never said it was tic tok fault I don't think any app can catch everything bad on it especially without going to far. I'm just saying you can do everything right and stuff still go wrong.

[@wittle5788]

@@Justagirlnamedshawn my dad knew my best friend mom and never knew we was sneaking out at night when I stayed with her. But also my dad was to over protective and that lead to issues I don't blame him though I lost my mom when I 6 and I think it just put fear in him I know it did me. It's hard to find that balance when parenting . I just mean ppl can't just automatically blame parents we can do everything we can and try our best and things can still go wrong .

[@HaiNanaTV]

Parents, don't be afraid to show your kids this news clip so they can understand how real doing these dangerous challenges are! Be open and honest, hopefully they will not succumb to peer pressure. Personally for me, I dont believe elementary/middle school kids need cell phones & social media. If they must have a way to contact you, get them a flip phone.

[@skaio.5279]

THIS.

[@africanqueen6554]

I did to my 12 year old when it was trending

[@db917]

even if you get them a smart phone, there is a way to limit what they have access to. my sister just did it with my 10yo nephew. he has a smart phone but his phone can't download nor access things above age restriction 10... and everything he does on his phone is supervise. people gotta do better at parenting. allowing your kid to have access to this kinda things does not make you a "cool" parent

[@HaiNanaTV]

@@db917 your sister is doing a great job! When I see kids on tiktok or any other social platform, I cringe cause they just exposed to literally anything. Scary!

[@db917]

@@HaiNanaTV and the way nowadays everything is getting modernized, anything is literally ANYTHING. there is no concept of taboo anymore and it is scary indeed. we just have to really protect the kids. anyway have a great Sunday ma'am

[@inkedmomblu1510]

I’m 42 and this was a trend when I was in middle school. We definitely did this at least ten times. Never once did we think or hear of the risks. This is so sad. Hearing her mother’s pain is heartbreaking. I pray for their healing

[@MADEbySOUL]

My god?! Wondering if its because the 90’s “close to death” trend. The whole “leave a beautiful corpse behind”

[@theeggtimertictic1136]

My cousin died of this in 94. 18 years of age 😔

[@lanablair9973]

So tragic those families have to go through that. 💔 Same. We used to do it to each other in middle school. Crazy to think how dangerous that was.

[@dinavienna]

@@theeggtimertictic1136 oh god I had no idea this was a thing in the 90s! See the issue is with tik tok every shit trend in any country of the world spreads globally !

[@l_r8671]

Lol it's literally the parents' fault. What kind of parents allow a 9 yr old to have social media without motinoring. The parents are to be blamed not tiktok🙄

[@christinerichardson9001]

such a beautiful girl that died fills my heart with sorrow

[@gabriellar6271]

Why are they blaming tik tok? This happened because of their negligence. A 9 year old should not be left unsupervised using social media. Parents are to blame 100%

[@mariearmstrong9185]

I am very sorry for their loss. Parents need to get back to parenting.

[@chloefender1691]

sometimes kids get social media without their parents knowing. i had musically when I was 10 and went to extreme measures to hide it from my parents (very cringey looking back, but I wanted to “fit in”)

[@eslunita]

Exactly! I completely agree with you. My son is 9 and he isn’t allowed on social media. I have full control of what he watches and does while on his iPad.

[@peachesandqueen]

@@chloefender1691 now there's ways to know and find out .

[@nursepatience8876]

Right. A 9 y/o SHOULDN’T be on it at all

[@judycoci7079]

My heart's broken for this family and I pray they find some kind of peace. Unfortunately no child should have a phone, tablet, etc especially with TikTok as an app. I'm 38 years old and have never had that app due to all the negativity that's on it. We need to monitor all apps if your child has a phone or whatever devices they may have.

[@jfk9265]

Growing up I had a phone but it was a flip phone that ran off of minutes. I had it so I could contact my parents or if I’m in danger & honestly looking back I’m glad they did that for me. Ofc I didn’t like it at the time but I can see where they were coming from.

[@jennylewispixel]

I remember the "blackout challenge" back in the 80's when I was in middle school in real life on the play ground during lunch and recess. It was a peer pressure thing then as well. This is not a new thing for young teens. I don't know what the right answer is, but if it wasn't Tiktok, it would be something else. We need to be teaching our children about self valueing their bodies and to NOT follow dangerous, stupid pranks.

[@Mekea1000]

Ditto. 80s baby in I remember them doing this in the 80s & 90s.

[@lisatryme3518]

Yep. I remember it too. Kids use to stand in the lunch line and try it. It was holding your breath until you fainted. I see the newer generation has taken a step further, and are actually chocking themselves. Smh, it’s crazy.

[@LilieSeusAmiguinhos]

Perfect

[@parrotsandmore7446]

@@lisatryme3518 I was a teen in the 90s, the teenage boys would put there arm around the other persons neck, and put pressure on a pressure point and make them pass out. That’s how it was in my school, I was the girl who said “no fuckin way”, my friends all did it though. It was so stupid then, as it is now

[@jennylewispixel]

@@parrotsandmore7446 Same here my friend. I was one of the few who thought it was stupid and dangerous, and I was only 11. As you said, "No f*cking way" will I let someone choke me. 😳 Literary for all the peer pressured kids out there.

[@thomasmochila]

Rest in piece. Even if she recovered, life would never be the same.

[@jackyavaa3459]

As a parent it’s your duty to talk to your children about the dangers of social media.

[@Nope991]

Yea no shi

[@Improv16]

This used to be a trend without social media

[@snoozyq9576]

@@Improv16 she found it on Tik Tok. and we all know about other dangerous trends that float around on there too.Its not good for kids.

[@KIMjB72]

@@Improv16 your right this was out long before TikTok was invented back then it was called the choking game

[@KIMjB72]

@@snoozyq9576 but it's not a trend tho

[@mjay6769]

Those kids were so little :( Parents please monitor what your kids are doing on the internet and what they have access too. Even as an adult, social media is so dangerous. There’re predators, inappropriate things, toxic things that children just shouldn’t see. Kids these days are being shaped and molded by what they absorb on the internet. This is a reminder to myself. We’re not perfect parents, we just have to do our best. My heart goes out to these parents 😓😓😓

[@makusuwerusan7390]

everyone is making great points. you don't have to search for it, for it to find you. that was the point i wanted to make with regards to social media.

[@KuromigirI]

I know its innapropiate but stop saying monitor bc its really annoying when my mom checks my phone thinking im doing bad things when im not stop giving them ideas

[@mjay6769]

@@KuromigirI I appreciate your input and opinion, however, assuming your mother has good intentions, I think you should be thankful you have a mother that cares about you. Some of us don’t. Be thankful she is involved with you. Someday when you’re a parent you will have the same feelings of worry and you will understand where she is coming from. There are different levels of monitoring your child, I’m not sure the level at which your mother is monitoring you when she checks your screen, but it can depend greatly on the age of the child. It’s not always about the parent not trusting the child, it’s about the things the child is seeing online and it’s about the people on the other side of the screen being predators and getting through to the child no matter how smart the child may seem. It works because they are good at what they do. Im not sure your age but be safe and the more you show your mom you can be trusted and once that trust is built, she may be able to leave you to it on your own. Also, monitor doesn’t mean being a helicopter parent, but parents should know what their kid has access to. If they choose to let their 7-8-9+ year olds use social media then yes, they should pay attention to who they are friends with and who they are talking to. If they have friends from school added and they are talking to them online and if the parent trusts these conversations then they don’t need to read their messages, but if the child is showing they can’t be trusted or starts deleting things and hiding things then that’s for their parents to gauge that situation… I don’t have advice for that, I’m only here to say stay safe in regards to what I watched in this video…If parents see their kids are talking to strangers, or viewing things they shouldn’t be then yes there should be some kind of filtering. It would be the same if I saw my child talking to a stranger on the street vs talking to a friend from school. As for teens, the level of monitoring is different from younger children, because teens are becoming adults and they are entitled to some level of privacy at some point… It depends on the relationship they have with their parents and the level of trust they have built together. As a person who had my parents not monitoring me online, I would never want that for my kids. Again, I greatly appreciate your input. I stand by my opinion and this was not meant to ruin anything for anyone. I was only replying to the video and want everyone to just be aware and use their judgment as a parent. Stay safe out there and have a blessed day.

[@KuromigirI]

ik i gues j just get annoyed easily when ny mom thinks im doing slmthing im not

[@CherokeeGeee]

This is so unfortunate. I'm so sorry these parents have lost their children so young. This is why it's important to monitor children on the internet like you would do in the park or a store. There's so many sick things and people on the internet. I also believe TikTok has a minimum age of 13. Kids this young aren't always fully capable of understanding certain things because their brains aren't developed enough. Please monitor your children, you do not want to walk in these parents shoes. I hope for healing during this devastating journey.

[@billybutcher5562]

They shouldn’t be on the internet at all 🤦‍♂️

[@Proverbspsalms]

@@billybutcher5562 and they wanna sue 🙄🙄🙄

[@billybutcher5562]

@@Proverbspsalms That’s so petty. Parents and guardians these days don’t want to take responsibility of their own parental failures, they just blame the government for everything

[@Proverbspsalms]

@@billybutcher5562 exactly!

[@billybutcher5562]

@@Proverbspsalms sometimes I just wonder what the world will be like in 50 years… definitely total chaos

[@oohZARII]

So sorry for this baby. Kids did this when I was a kid at school though, it’s honestly not all on TikTok.

[@MegaBpop]

My deepest condolences. So young and beautiful. I hope they are able to get the message out to everyone.

[@simonehardy4668]

My condolences for the family's loss. She was beautiful.

[@boog172]

This is sad but the lawsuit is gonna be a waste of their time and money. The parents are at fault. And the parents have pictures of the baby dressed up like a 18+ year old online. Parents need to accept responsibility.

[@Jett007-z1b]

Yeah I agree that was no outfit for a 10 year old , out of all the pictures they have they chose to show that one SMDH

[@shamekajoseph1636]

Thought I was the only one that found that outfit completely inappropriate

[@butterflywings5904]

@Laura Nasewytewa You cannot say things like this..irrespective of the rights and wrongs she was their daughter..they are grieving...stop with hateful nasty comments as they serve only one purpose..to cause someone pain !!!

[@ChristopherPoitras]

@Laura Nasewytewa I was thinking the same thing. It's all unfortunate

[@a.m.thomas9366]

Yeah, I could not believe how they had a little girl dress with her navel out like this... you are right, they weren't watching that child. Poor young girl to have irresponsible parents.

[@sryan13]

I lost my brother in 2017 at 14. To it. I miss him daily He was able to save 6 people with major organs and everything we could. He saved a 11 yr old girl with his heart

[@LovingAtlanta]

😭So so sad. Beautiful little girl. It’s so sad that her parents didn’t teach her better. Parents don’t let social media raise your kids. 😭🙏

[@luvlost03]

This has been happening for years I can't believe kids are still doing this. Also 9 year olds shouldn't be on social media

[@LindaK0624]

This has been a "thing" since I was a kid (I am 61 now) and yes, I did it one summer (back in 1976) and it scared me only when I saw how my sister reacted. Yes it was stupid then, but it's more stupid now. Back then we did it with the help of friends / siblings, so we were never attempting this alone. I am sorry for this family's loss and others that have had similar losses from UNSUPERVISED children on social media (which in my opinion, they should have never been on it in the first place.)

[@robroy6374]

Social Media Thug - A person that sits on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, snapchat) and talks foolish. Instead of talking about their problem like an adult would, they get on social media and air all their nonsense out, and act like a boss fool, when really they just want some attention and validation.

[@catherinehazur7336]

The child's wearing makeup, highly sexualized clothing and poses are very inappropriate and are also bound to attract the very wrong kind of attention from perverts and pedophiles out there on the internet. Also, The corporations behind apps like TikTok have zero conscience and will put absolutely anything on line to bait a child into participating in all sorts of nefarious and dangerous activities. Adults and children don't understand how vulnerable they are on the internet, do not recognize danger. It seems to interfere with situational awareness, leading to a false sense of security. The worst thing you can do is to turn your child loose with an unfiltered smartphone and allow it to babysit and entertain your child for hours on end. Then we wonder why things go very badly with parents and children profoundly lacking judgement and making decisions that result in tragic consequences for all

[@fbbWaddell]

I saw a lifetime movie about it in the 2000s about a girl who died from it and another girl who was left with permanent brain damage. They were teens though.

[@MamaSnuggles]

It was stupid when it started and it's exactly as stupid now. You lemmings.

[@bornbrighter729]

Yeah a group of my friends an my brother an I did this a little lot when we was kids I'm 40.. an yeah we always had people there never alone. But it still is dangerous. Just when we r kids we really don't think about dieing or getting hurt.

[@ladyrose3338]

This is truly heartbreaking…my heart goes out to this family. And they are right, this IS a big warning…for all parents who DON’T monitor young children on smart phones or tablets, etc. NO child should be on social media, PERIOD. And even allowing them to view social media platforms while being “supervised” by an adult, the damage is already done, because now their interest has been piqued…And kids being kids, will find a way to get on unsupervised devices…and once you open that Pandora’s Box, there’s no going back. Too many young kids with smart phones, etc., sort of like the new babysitter. We need more kids using their imaginations, plus taking them outdoors to play, and not letting them spend most of their day on these devices… RIP Arriani J Arroyo🕊️🙏🏼

[@kelcal3784]

Sorry for your loss. Parents step up. I set boundaries for my child. I’m the parent it’s not acceptable in this house. Be in your children’s business. I told mine you’re a child I’m your the only business you have… I got you! They learned.

[@rox5528]

As a 90's kid, i can tell that this challenges existed even before social media was this big, my parents when they saw this types of challenges had a serious talk with me, explained me about the risks and consequences of doing certain things. Now that social media is this big and influential even in children, i think is the moment for parents to talk about this with their children since young age, and remember them now and then. This challenges will still exist, as have existed for many years, new ones will be created risking the kids safety. The parents should always be aware of what their kids are watching, but it's impossible for them to keep up with every existing challenge.

[@budredhead00twitchy]

This challenge has existed since before TikTok. I remember reading about it back in 2007. Restricting internet/social media usage alone isn’t going to protect your kids. Parents need to be talking to their kids about not doing dangerous things like this.

[@that.ll_do_pig]

And back in 1994 when kids at my school did it.

[@onyxlotus6461]

It's getting to the point where all social media is toxic.

[@Aprilynn93_]

When I was growing up,I wasn’t allowed to have any social media accounts until I was 12/13 and even then it was monitored! Sending prayers and condolences to the family. I do believe that if peoples children are gonna have any social media, it should be monitored and/ or ran by the parents!

[@sheenaanderson8759]

I just went in the room to check on my 11-year-old daughter and talk to her about just any challenges that's out there on tik tok or social media. I thank God that she said Mommy I'm not into everything that I see that's on tiktok or social media and I praise God that she's not a follower she's a leader. Rest rest in peace princess I'm praying for the family and friends this is a horrible story and I'm so sorry

[@kingmemories352]

Upon hearing this story, many parents should talk to their children about dangerous challenges a trends.

[@TiyaBedford]

Same

[@alvarez1593]

But if she was a leader, she would be making the Tiktok's her self.

[@michelleeja412]

I'm glad you went in to check on your child! But remember she is only 11yrs old. Don't put the decision of her vetting out what she will follow and not follow. Sometimes even as adults we get scammed or played and think to ourselves how in the heck did that happen if I'm a grown experienced adult?! Perception will never be truth. So sometimes something may seem or appear real, but it's not. Your child doesn't have the experience to make that decision yet. These are dangerous and Satanic times were living. And there's alot of fools gold out there.

[@playapleathe2.0]

@@alvarez1593 Not really. At 11 y/o they don't need to even be on those kinds of platforms.

[@valmacclinchy]

People in the comments, please have compassion for the family suffering unimaginable loss. RIP Beautiful girl.

[@shirmelduggins9984]

Compassion for parents who have yet to take responsibility for their lack of parenting. How about the parents saying "yes" we were at fault for not doing more parenting. You know what, they won't say that because then the payout won't be that big

[@animerabbitden884]

like the bad parenting yes it sad but why was the 9 year old on social media and who the f was watching the kid when it happen

[@daisybuddha]

Why does your 9 year old have social media..? Maybe your negligence had something to do with it..?

[@janettamcgee8124]

TikTok didn't frame a picture of a 9 year old girl in full make-up, low rise jeans, a mid drift top, and Ariana Grande hair while striking an adult pose for the camera . I cannot comprehend what pain they are going through but somebody allowed her access to social media without supervision. R.I.P. little one.

[@mimipinkdot]

Yes, it definitely predates TikTok, I am in my 30s and almost died to this very game as a kid. They called it the pass out game then and I hit my head on a marble table and had a seizure. So sorry to all the families affected by this horrible "challenge"

[@Lion_Rey]

Yup. I remember one of my friends telling us about this new game. He held his hands up to his neck and had another kid push on his hands and he passed out. Right when I saw him black out I was like fuck this shit this is fucking stupid and never did it.

[@nope_n0pe]

In my 40’s and we did this, too. Grateful we are still here!

[@descothedon]

I see Common sense isn't so common these days. .glad I never liked social media . . Why would one want to cause harm to themselves it baffles me how dum society is .

[@mimipinkdot]

@@descothedon I think the people getting hurt by it don't know they're about to get hurt. They aren't even in the double digits.

[@olivia682]

I am so sorry, this is horrible. Myself as a 10 year old will never think of social media the same. My prayers goes out to this family🕊

[@spai6497]

Yes! be careful on social media too, this world is full of nasty people so please be careful.

[@Lilylowkeylily]

@@spai6497 I saw peaple (young kids) sharing there age because the viewer asked them to add 10 to their age

[@jordie4048]

Yet your account is older than you huh? Time traveler

[@olivia682]

@@jordie4048 it used to be my mums account before she gave it to me

[@Lilylowkeylily]

@@jordie4048 it's her parents

[@TalibJohn-mr7zt]

So many kids are dying from this dangerous game because they didn't understand the risks

[@xoxolovechristielynn]

This is heartbreaking, truly, but we can’t blame social media. It is up to parents to monitor what our children are viewing, and this “trend” has existed for decades. Kids were doing this when I was in school 20 years ago, long before social media existed. My friend Alisa suffered brain damage doing this at a sleep over in 2001. Yes, videos of dangerous trends should be taken down but we can’t blame social media for this as though it is the only safety net between our children and danger. Stuff slips through the cracks of community guidelines and restrictions, which is why it is our responsibility as parents to not only monitor what our children watch, but to talk to them about the dangers of the world. At 9 years old, she wasn’t supposed to even be on TikTok, so legally they don’t have a leg to stand on. I’m in no way blaming the parents, this is a tragedy; blaming TikTok however seems extremely misguided.

[@justmejenny7986]

They have a responsibility to monitor what is on their platform.

[@veritorossi]

@@justmejenny7986 I agree, but it's so much content.

[@JS-tv8sf]

Sure you can blame social media. There can be more than one person at fault.

[@shamekajoseph1636]

If you're not blaming the parents and you're not blaming Tik Tok, who are you blaming? The dead child? Just curious, no offense.

[@princessqueen434]

I blame the parents. You can’t allow social media to raise your kids. At some point, you have to be held accountable for your role as a parent.

[@youdkmyname]

I lost a friend because of this blackout challenge. It was devastating. I couldn’t recover for losing her. But then I realised that life was short and I had to do everything I had dreamed of in life! RIP RUBY!

[@liamtessle9340]

Rip I’m so sorry your friend was that stupid

[@youdkmyname]

@@liamtessle9340 first don’t call her stupid second yes rip

[@liamtessle9340]

@@youdkmyname seems stupid if she tried it L bozo L ratio negative 500 iq just revive her

[@hellooo5434]

@@liamtessle9340 the first thing you have to do is being respectful 🤨 you dont know anything about that person or in wich circumstances they passed out.

[@liamtessle9340]

@@hellooo5434 ratio

[@shadetree1175]

I bought my first cell phone as an adult with money I earn from a job. Why do many parents today give their non-adult or non working children smartphones?

[@DurgaUsagi]

EXACTLY!!!!!!......like WHOS BUYUNG THESE CELLPHONES AND PAYING FOR THIS BILL?!?!?!.....its NOT a mystery. 🙈💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔

[@soso-mx8nb]

Because all the other parents do it and they don't want to be perceived as the strict parent. So society just normalizes kids being on TikTok to be brainwashed

[@DurgaUsagi]

@@soso-mx8nb its sooooSOOOOOSAD and completely disappointing...... I understand FULLY....lol. My kid HATED MY SOUL2 THE CORE for not letting her hav a cell till her 18th bday.....im an ABSOLUTE SAVAGE and was nevr scared of accepting the truth or being brutally honest with my child as 2 why she wud NOT B ONLINE IN ANYWAY till she was 18. There is ZERO SAFETY ONLINE and its CRIMINALLY NEGLECTFUL 2pretend as if it is.

[@soso-mx8nb]

@@DurgaUsagi you're my parenting inspiration for that! I'd rather my children be mad at me when they're young and actually get to experience being a kid and be more mentally stable as adults. That's the problem with many people / parents. They want the instant gratification of giving in to everything they want and acting more like a "friend" so they can feel like their kid likes them and thinks they're a cool parent and there's no conflict. Parenting is not about being liked or always understood by your children! It's first and foremost about trying to teach them from right and wrong. You ever see the movie the cable guy? It's like that with social media, truly scary stuff.

[@DurgaUsagi]

@@soso-mx8nb ABSOLUTELY..... Its not about being their best friend.... its about protecting them, and teaching them as best we can. Id rather b WORST MOM EVER for 18years in my childs eyes then hav my baby becoming a statistic. My heart breaks for the children who dont make it2 adulthood 💔💔💔 Its scary out there. We must b vigilant. ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽💔💞💔

[@dayshathurman9344]

This is why I’m extremely cautious of what my son watches. And ppl have told me that I’m doing too much.. it’s a literal trend that has kids CHOKING THEMSELVES. I cannot fathom the feeling these families feel.

[@janaj2748]

My God this is so sad. What a beautiful little girl. Watching her mom has me in tears.

[@miri6220]

when i was in high school, a classmate and acquaintance of mine passed away after participating in the same thing, he was 16 years old. i think it was most commonly referred to as the "choking game" back then, and it was used as a way to get high. unfortunately, he did it while he was alone and nobody discovered him until it was far too late. i'll never forget attending his wake & funeral with so many of our mutual friends and classmates. he was a talented kid, could play multiple instruments and was one of the funniest dudes in our band class, wish i'd had the chance to get to know him better. i'm sad to see that this "game" is still being participated in, and now it's a trend on tiktok? rest in peace to nick, to little ariani, and every one else who has passed because of this.

[@KekeChannel0215]

My heart goes out to the family. She was too young to have a TikTok. I offer my condolences. May she Rest in Peace.

[@mohsin8617]

Yes

[@Roz_Verde]

i seriously cannot believe chocking yourself until you pass out is a challenge