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Medical News: Major Meta-Analysis Links Social Media to Worse Youth Mental Health
JAMA 10.1001/jama.2026.3974May 01, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT
This Medical News article discusses a study linking digital media—particularly social media—use to consistent risks for children’s mental health and development.
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