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What An Actual Expert Thinks About Kids & Social Media

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The Complexity of Youth Mental Health and Social Media

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between adolescent mental health and social media usage, emphasizing that anxiety and depression among youth existed long before digital platforms became widespread. The speakers argue against oversimplified narratives that attribute mental health challenges solely to social media, instead advocating for comprehensive research that considers multiple contributing factors. They call for improved methodologies in studies to accurately assess the nuanced impact of social media on youth well-being.

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