The United States Surgeon General has issued a public advisory saying that social media harms the mental health of children, and is urging companies to give more than lip service
The United States Surgeon General has issued a public advisory saying that social media harms the mental health of children, and is urging companies to give more than lip service to age minimums and other protections.
Social media can have a negative impact on kidsSocial media can have a negative impact on kids
Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, the US Surgeon General, released the advisory on Thursday and shares statistics. The increased utilization of social media is a primary factor leading to depression, anxiety, and various other challenges among teenagers in the country.

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