With the rise of social media, interpersonal interaction has become very common and voluminous. Through it, users found different ways to interact, going so far as to create challenges in search of fun. However, many Internet users were in danger when they decided to participate in a challenge on TikTok. Throughout the article, learn more about the dangerous viral challenge.
The tranquilizer challenge hospitalized children in Mexico
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To treat insomnia problems, some types of disorders and anxiety problems, it is common for doctors to prescribe tranquilizers. When taking them, there is an increase in the levels of some neurotransmitters that give the feeling of relaxation and anxiety symptoms are reduced.
Therefore, it is extremely important to take the medicines in moderation, following the medical guidelines, in order to avoid complications. Since excessive use brings dependence, cognitive impairment and psychological problems.
However, a new challenge that went viral on TikTok involved the use of this type of medicine and the result was not pleasant.
Understanding the tranquilizer challenge
Basically, the challenge consists of making participants post videos taking exaggerated amounts of tranquilizers and resisting the effects as much as possible.
The pronouncement of the authorities
With the imminent danger of the joke in bad taste, the health authorities were ready to issue some announcements warning about the case. One of the speeches given by them was the need for parental control over what their children consumed on the internet.
In addition, they warned about the harmful effects of the inappropriate use of tranquilizers and addressed the importance of denouncing establishments that make the drugs available without a medical prescription.
The consequences of the challenge
Unfortunately, at least fifteen Mexican children between the ages of 10 and 12 had to go to the hospital. Furthermore, there was no update regarding the health status of the children who were victims of the challenge.
Due to the negative repercussions of the “joke”, the issue of children's presence on social networks was hotly debated. In an interview, Vivek Murthy, a general surgeon, opined that minors under 16 should not have access to networks. His justification is that these children are in the process of personality development and the virtual world interferes in a negative way.
