TikTok Juice WRLD ‘seizure challenge’ sparks outrage from advocates

Home > Media mentions > TikTok Juice WRLD ‘seizure challenge’ sparks outrage from advocates

Submitted by Linda McGlone

  • Media Title: 7News
  • Media Type: Online
  • Publish Date: 30 April 2020
  • Journalist: Louisa Cheatley with Emily Olle
  • Headline: TikTok Juice WRLD ‘seizure challenge’ sparks outrage from advocates
  • Abstract: A social media craze is being slammed for making fun of people with epilepsy. TikTok videos of people pretending to have seizures have prompted a desperate plea from those battling the condition. The videos are shared with thousands of users online, but awareness group Epilepsy Action Australia is demanding the app remove them.
  • Link: https://7news.com.au/technology/tiktok-juice-wrld-seizure-challenge-sparks-outrage-from-advocates-c-1009295

Share

Recent Posts

Message to the Australian Health Minister on epilepsy and Medicinal Cannabis >

Voices Behind Medicinal Cannabis – Special Presentation >

Please consider making a Tax Deductible Donation this Tax Time! >

PRESS RELEASE: New study reveals gaps in Australians’ understanding of epilepsy >

Categories

Archive

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of all communities who also work and live on this land.

Important Message: This information is not intended as medical advice. Do not make changes to treatment or medications without first discussing with your treating clinician.