The platform also announced the launch of helplines to offer real-time support to users reporting content related to suicide, self-harm, bullying, or harassment.

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TikTok announces the expansion of its $2.3 million global mental health education fund to include organizations from ...

TikTok announced the expansion of its $2.3 million global Mental Health Education Fund at a Well-Being Summit in Johannesburg ...

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