A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior has revealed a possible link between negative childhood experiences and the risk of developing an addiction to short-form video platforms, such as TikTok. The study, conducted on a large sample of Chinese college students, found that adverse childhood experiences, including abuse and neglect, could increase a person’s susceptibility to this form of addiction. Short-form video platforms are particularly popular among younger users, who are attracted to the fast-paced, highly engaging content. With their addictive features and algorithms th…