Surgeon General warns of social media's impact on youth mental health.
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Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's office released a report warning that social media is driving up depression and anxiety among teens, with up to 95% of teens and 40% of children between the ages of 8 to 12 on social media. Those spending more than three hours per day face double the risk for poor mental health as well as content that can trigger body image issues, eating disorders, social comparison, and low self-esteem. The report is a call to action for parents to monitor their child and teen’s social media use, establish tech-free zones, and teach responsible online behavior.
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