A deadly new challenge has emerged on social media platform TikTok, known as the “Benadryl Challenge”. Recently, it claimed the life of a 13-year-old boy from Ohio who was trying to participate (CNN).
The trend involves taking dangerous amounts of over-the-counter medication in an attempt to hallucinate or get high (New York Post). The young boy took a lethal amount of Benadryl and tragically died as a result (NDTV.com).
The boy’s father wants to warn other parents about the risks of this challenge, urging them to keep a close eye on their children’s social media activity (Indy100). He also made it his life’s mission to end the challenge, hoping to prevent further deaths (6ABC).
The family of the deceased boy have started a GoFundMe campaign to pay for his funeral expenses and to raise awareness about the dangers of social media challenges (CNN). They are also pleading with other parents to talk to their children about the risks associated with these challenges (Click Orlando).
The “Benadryl Challenge” is just one of many dangerous social media trends that have emerged over the years. It is important for parents to be vigilant and have open conversations with their children about the risks of trying to participate in such challenges (Hindustan Times).
