The concerning online trend encourages individuals, primarily adolescents, to intentionally induce a state of unconsciousness through self-strangulation. Participants film themselves undergoing this dangerous act, often sharing the recordings on social media platforms. A recurrent example involves users restricting their breathing until they lose consciousness, sometimes with fatal consequences.
Understanding the pervasiveness of this activity highlights the need for increased awareness regarding the potential risks associated with online trends. Its widespread dissemination normalizes a demonstrably dangerous act. Historically, similar risky behaviors have circulated online, leading to calls for better parental supervision and platform accountability in monitoring and removing harmful content. Consequences can include serious injury, long-term health problems, and death.