The killing of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and the recent stabbing death of a Ukrainian refugee are just two examples in which violent and graphic video circulated online almost instantly, raising questions about the impact of such exposure on public mental health and potential criminal behavior.

Many news organizations, including Scripps News, have policies in place governing when and what graphic videos they air. These guidelines are designed to protect victims, victims' families and viewers from unnecessary exposure to violence.

But social media platforms don't always follow the same guidelines, and that's having an impact on people's mental health and sense of safety.

Millions of people watched the moment Kirk was shot and killed during a speaking event in Utah. Video of t

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