Surgeon General Murthy's call for social media warning labels is criticized as potentially ineffective given teens' nonchalance towards screen time and the diverse nature of platforms.
Proposals suggest breaking tech monopolies or focusing on content quality rather than solely time spent on social media may be more impactful for mental health.
Comparing social media labels to explicit music lyric warnings highlights concerns about the potential ineffectiveness of a blanket warning approach.
Legislation for social media warning labels faces challenges in garnering bipartisan support, leaving tech regulation primarily in the hands of judges.
The effectiveness and design of potential social media warning labels remain uncertain, while Big Tech CEOs have escaped accountability for youth mental health impacts.
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