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Social Media Needs Warning Labels: Q&A With Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA

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The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health

This chapter delves into the Surgeon General's revelations about the adverse effects of social media on adolescent mental health, revealing a troubling lack of safety evidence for young users. It highlights rising anxiety and depression rates linked to social media use, urging the need for regulatory actions and informative warnings for parents and children.

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