A new eyebrow-raising study challenges the notion of Instagram triggering anxiety, loneliness, or depression, contrary to previous beliefs.
Critics accuse Meta of using 'Big Tobacco' tactics by funding the study, raising concerns about the selective presentation to lawmakers and regulators.
The research, backed by Meta, conflicts with their internal findings linking UK teenagers' suicidal thoughts to Instagram use.
While the study indicates no direct correlation between Instagram use and negative mental health effects, its funding source from Facebook Research raises conflict of interest concerns.
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