Viral Momo Challenge Is A Hoax

You’ve probably seen the strange picture online and a warning about the Momo challenge. The disturbing image is reportedly used to convince kids to hurt themselves or worse. Experts say it’s a viral hoax scaring kids and putting parents into panic mode.

Schools and law enforcement agencies have issued warnings that have quickly spread through online parenting groups.

Even though experts say it’s a hoax, should parents still be concerned and still be having conversations with their kids?

There have been few, if any confirmed cases of kids actually hurting themselves. Youtube tweeted Wednesday, that it has seen no recent evidence of videos promoting the Momo Challenge. Child psychologist say, even though it’s not real, it can have a real impact on kids.