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Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, was recently questioned in a landmark trial focused on how social media platforms impact young users. At first, it might sound like just another tech hearing. But this one feels different. It’s not just about what people are posting online; it’s about how these platforms are built in the first place. And for people in our generation, that hits close to home. Why This Feels Personal If you’re between 18 and 35, chances are you didn’t just use soci

When people talk about the harms of social media, the conversation usually centers on screen time, a culture of comparison, or teenagers being glued to their phones. But a trial unfolding in Los Angeles is forcing a much bigger question into the spotlight: Are social media platforms intentionally designed to be addictive? For the first time, a jury is being asked to examine whether major platforms like Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube can be held responsible for the psyc

Adolescence is a critical period for social development. During these years, young people form relationships that shape their emotional well-being and behavior. Research shows that an adolescent’s social health, the quality of their social connections and interactions, can predict feelings of loneliness and tendencies toward aggressive behavior. Understanding this link helps parents, educators, and caregivers support adolescents in healthier ways. How Social Health Shapes Ado

How young is too young for social media? This question has been at the center of debate in North Carolina, where lawmakers are...