Let Freedom: Political News, Un-Biased, Lex Fridman, Joe Rogan, CNN, Fox News New Research Exposes Social Media's Hidden Costs
Nov 28, 2025
Explore the alarming effects of short-form social media on attention spans, mental health, and sleep. Discover how research reveals these platforms are designed to be addictive, fueling anxiety and anxiety among teens. Learn about practical solutions like intentional boredom, detoxes, and switching to simpler phones. Hear insights on how parents often underestimate the risks of algorithms, and why global policy changes are critical to safeguard youth. Dive into steps for reclaiming focus and fostering healthier digital habits for families and individuals.
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Host Confesses Role In The Attention Economy
- The host admits they create short videos that rack up huge watch time.
- They acknowledge being part of the system that trades attention for engagement and money.
Boredom Was Mental Maintenance
- Boredom used to spark imagination, problem-solving, and self-reflection.
- Constant phone use has replaced that maintenance work and narrows creative thinking.
Internal Research Shows Harm, But Was Buried
- Internal Meta research compared Instagram to a drug and found breaks reduced depression and anxiety.
- The company allegedly buried those findings while publicly denying clear harm.