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Mark Zuckerberg isn't personally liable for any harm caused to children by Facebook and Instagram, judge says

Mark Zuckerberg is not personally liable for lawsuits alleging Meta's platforms are addictive to children.

Canadian school boards sue social media giants over effects on students

Social media platforms are addictive and can rewire children's thinking, behavior, and learning.
Several major school boards in Canada are suing social media giants for disrupting students' learning and causing addiction.

Mark Zuckerberg isn't personally liable for any harm caused to children by Facebook and Instagram, judge says

Mark Zuckerberg is not personally liable for lawsuits alleging Meta's platforms are addictive to children.

Canadian school boards sue social media giants over effects on students

Social media platforms are addictive and can rewire children's thinking, behavior, and learning.
Several major school boards in Canada are suing social media giants for disrupting students' learning and causing addiction.
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#mental-health

To protect kids, California might require chronological feeds on social media

California lawmakers have proposed a bill that would require social media companies to turn off algorithms by default for users under 18.
The bill also includes other provisions to protect the mental health of young users, such as implementing a chronological feed, muting notifications at night, and capping daily use at one hour.
Lawmakers believe that these changes can help reduce the negative effects of social media addiction on children.

Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps

Australia plans to ban social media for users under 16 to protect children from potential harms amidst rising concerns of social media addiction.

Council Members, who are part of the 'Hood Caucus,' roll out plan to tackle social media usage and gun violence - QNS.com

Legislation introduced to address social media addiction and gun violence
Bills aim to study social media effects on mental health and establish violence prevention programs

Pew survey: YouTube tops teens' social-media diet, with roughly a sixth using it almost constantly

Teen usage of social media remains high, with YouTube as the most popular platform.
Concerns about the effects of social media on mental health persist.

To protect kids, California might require chronological feeds on social media

California lawmakers have proposed a bill that would require social media companies to turn off algorithms by default for users under 18.
The bill also includes other provisions to protect the mental health of young users, such as implementing a chronological feed, muting notifications at night, and capping daily use at one hour.
Lawmakers believe that these changes can help reduce the negative effects of social media addiction on children.

Australia wants to ban kids under 16 from social media as world governments seek to crack down on the 'addictive' apps

Australia plans to ban social media for users under 16 to protect children from potential harms amidst rising concerns of social media addiction.

Council Members, who are part of the 'Hood Caucus,' roll out plan to tackle social media usage and gun violence - QNS.com

Legislation introduced to address social media addiction and gun violence
Bills aim to study social media effects on mental health and establish violence prevention programs

Pew survey: YouTube tops teens' social-media diet, with roughly a sixth using it almost constantly

Teen usage of social media remains high, with YouTube as the most popular platform.
Concerns about the effects of social media on mental health persist.
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The case for taxing digital advertising | MIT Sloan

Tax increase on digital advertising similar to cigarettes can curb harmful effects of social media addiction and divisive content.

Employees Who Can Answer This Question Will Reduce Their 'Doom-Scrolling' By 50%

Being conscious of the value social media adds to life can significantly reduce usage and increase self-awareness.

What Social Media Did To My Marriage.

Social media addiction can lead to emotional affairs and impact marriages negatively.

Hochul's entirely right: Keep smartphones out of schools

Smartphones in school are harmful to children's development.

The Longest Running Sci-Fi Show is About to Copy 'Black Mirror's Scariest Episode

Doctor Who's 'Dot and Bubble' episode delivers direct social commentary on social media addiction and contemporary issues.

Teen girls' stunning smartphone usage revealed in new study: 'Serious'

Teen girls spending excessive time on smartphones may be addicted to social media, impacting overall health and wellbeing negatively.

Journaling app Palmsy offers fake likes from real friends

Palmsy app allows private social media posting for self-reflection or social media addiction control.
App creator ensures privacy by storing posts offline and generating fake likes from imported contacts.
#adolescents

Is there a dark side to social media? NYC experts dive in.

Excessive social media use can lead to mental health issues, addiction, and exposure to graphic and traumatizing content.
Research shows that adolescents who spend over three hours a day on social media may be at a heightened risk for mental health issues.

The 7 secret signs your child is addicted to social media revealed

Nearly a quarter of adolescents are addicted to social media.
Parents should set clear boundaries and monitor their child's social media use.

Is there a dark side to social media? NYC experts dive in.

Excessive social media use can lead to mental health issues, addiction, and exposure to graphic and traumatizing content.
Research shows that adolescents who spend over three hours a day on social media may be at a heightened risk for mental health issues.

The 7 secret signs your child is addicted to social media revealed

Nearly a quarter of adolescents are addicted to social media.
Parents should set clear boundaries and monitor their child's social media use.
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CA bill may require chronological social media feeds to protect kids

California bill aims to require social media companies to turn off algorithms for kids under 18 and instead show content from pages they follow.
Parents would have the right to remove algorithmic feeds from their children's social media channels and prevent access during school hours or at night.

Florida House Approves Bill Banning Social Media For Kids Under 16

Florida's Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed a bill that would ban kids under 16 from using social media.
The bill aims to protect children from addictive technology and make social media platforms accountable for their impact on young users.

These 3 Zodiac Signs Should Try The Viral "Dopamine Detox"

A dopamine detox can help individuals appreciate being present and focused on a single task.
Aries, Gemini, and Libra are the three zodiac signs that could benefit from a dopamine detox.

Pew survey: YouTube tops teens' social-media diet, with roughly a sixth using it almost constantly

Teen usage of social media remains high, with about one in six teens describing their use of YouTube and TikTok as 'almost constant'.
YouTube is the most popular platform among teens, with 93% using it, followed by TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram.

Social media addiction: How can we avoid it? DW 12/02/2023

Social media addiction is on the rise, particularly among young people
Social media can have both positive and negative effects, depending on how it is used

Something Fascinating Happens When You Take Smartphones Away From Narcissists

Individuals with narcissistic traits experience higher levels of stress when they don't have access to their smartphones, according to a study published in the Journal of Psychology.
The fear of being without a smartphone, known as 'nomophobia,' is more common among those who are highly narcissistic and addicted to social media.
Younger adults, who grew up with social media, tend to exhibit higher levels of narcissism and nomophobia.
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People who are addicted to their phones might be narcissists: study

People with high levels of narcissistic traits are more likely to be addicted to their phones, experiencing nomophobia.
Narcissists tend to have an inflated sense of self-importance and seek admiration through social media interactions.
Social media addiction and nomophobia explain the connection between narcissism and stress levels.
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