Kiki Challenge
The Kiki challenge, which had people jumping out of a moving car and dancing while the car is still in motion, has proven to be one of the most dangerous social media challenges. The challenge has resulted in cars rolling away, crashing and even running people over, with one teenager suffering a fractured skull.
Hot Water Challenge
The Hot Water Challenge has seen people pouring boiling hot water over their unsuspecting friends, with 15-year-old Kylan Clark suffering second-degree burns as a result. This challenge has proven to be particularly dangerous, as it is often done while the victim is sleeping.
NyQuil Chicken Challenge
The NyQuil Chicken Challenge had people marinating their meat in cold and flu medicine. Taking large amounts of medicine is already bad enough, but boiling it further increases the concentration and can be potentially fatal.
Tide Pod Challenge
The Tide Pod Challenge had people biting into brightly-colored laundry detergent packets, with some even frying them to make them taste better. This challenge has been linked to at least 10 deaths.
Blackout Challenge
The Blackout Challenge, which encourages people to choke themselves until they pass out, has resulted in multiple deaths. This challenge is particularly dangerous, as it can lead to serious injury or even death.