The article discusses the dual nature of social media, particularly its detrimental effects on teenagers' mental health and self-esteem. A Pew Research Center study reveals that many teens feel overwhelmed and pressured by social media, with a significant number reporting adverse effects on their self-worth. In response, Linsey Lunny created Hidden Strength, an app designed to provide mental health support in an anonymous and judgment-free environment, encouraging self-care over external validation. The initiative highlights the need for adaptive solutions in managing digital dependence among youth.
"It's clear that social media isn't going away, at least any time soon. So, rather than telling teenagers to get off their phones, we should be leveraging those phones to help them."
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