Tag: teen mental health
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Time Spent on Gaming and Social Media Not Blaming Teen Mental Health Issues
New findings from a major study A comprehensive new study from The University of Manchester has found little evidence that social media use or video gaming are driving mental health problems among early teenagers. The research, which analyzed a large cohort of young people over several years, challenges a widely shared concern among parents, teachers,…
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Time Spent on Gaming and Social Media Not to Blame for Teen Mental Health Issues
New findings challenge a common concern about teen wellbeing A major new study from the University of Manchester suggests that time spent on social media or playing video games is not a primary driver of mental health problems among early teenagers. The research adds nuance to a widely held belief among parents, teachers, and policymakers…
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New Study Finds Gaming and Social Media Not the Primary Causes of Teen Mental Health Struggles
Overview of the Findings A major study led by researchers at The University of Manchester challenges a widely held belief: that social media use and video gaming are major drivers of mental health problems among teens. While concerns about screen time persist among parents and educators, the study suggests that these digital activities are not…
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Camila Mendoza Olmos: Missing San Antonio Teen Found Dead
Overview: A Tragic Update in a Prolonged Missing Persons Case The case of Camila Mendoza Olmos, a teenager from San Antonio, has taken a heartbreaking turn. After weeks of searching and public appeals, Texas authorities confirmed that Camila’s body was found and that the death has been ruled a suicide. The announcement comes after extensive…
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Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban: A Pioneering Experiment
Australia Takes a Bold Step: The Under-16 Social Media Ban Australia is turning an important page in how society approaches teen online life. In a world where social platforms often blur the lines between entertainment, education, and peer pressure, a federal ban on under-16s accessing certain social networks marks a rare, nationwide policy experiment. Meta—owner…