detrimental

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Members of CalSTRS Divest say that such investments conflict with the fund’s own stated policies, which consider whether a company or industry makes a product that is highly detrimental to human health.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

France's public health watchdog last year said platforms such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram were detrimental to adolescents, particularly girls, though it was not the sole reason for their declining mental health.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

“This, of course, could be detrimental, especially if applied in the wrong context.”

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

The NBA fined the Jazz $500,000 for conduct detrimental to the league.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Belting or pushing a developing voice too far can be detrimental to the child’s voice, and can result in permanent damage.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin