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Is a Smartphone a Dumb Idea for Kids?

Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics

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Exploring the Influence of AI Algorithms and Social Media on Mental Health

The widespread adoption of smartphones in 2010 marked a significant shift in social interactions, particularly for adolescents, due to the introduction of features like retweet buttons that allowed users to easily quantify and visualize their engagements. Social media platforms began utilizing AI recommender algorithms to tailor content based on user behaviors to keep them engaged and optimize ad sales. Studies by experts like Jonathan Hite and Gene Twingy suggest a correlation between smartphone usage, social media, and mental health issues like depression and anxiety. While initially cautious about claiming causation, recent research indicates a direct link between social media apps and negative mental health outcomes.

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