After the surgeon general warned that social media harms young people, young New Yorkers agreed. Some also said that the government — and their parents — should back off.
Tag: Surgeon General (US)
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What to Know About Limiting Your Child’s Screen Time
Concerned parents have many tools, including free software from Apple and Google, to actively oversee how children use their tech.
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Is Your Child’s Relationship to Social Media Unhealthy? Here’s How to Tell.
The surgeon general has warned that it can pose a “profound risk” to the mental health of adolescents. We asked experts what problematic use could look like.
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A History of U.S. Surgeon General Warnings: Smoking, TV, Safer Sex and More
Public advisories from the nation’s top doctor are infrequent, but sometimes become turning points in American life.
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Social Media is a ‘Profound Risk’ to Youth, Surgeon General Warns
Dr. Vivek H. Murthy urged immediate action from policymakers, tech companies and parents to safeguard against potential harms.