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Why Some Social Media Apps Might Be Making You Feel Lonely
Most scroll through Instagram, hop on Reddit, binge YouTube, maybe even swipe on dating apps… and yet, we still feel kind of alone....
May 232 min read


Why Your Social Circle Now Could Shape Your Mental Health Later
We usually think of health as exercise, diet, and sleep, but your social life may be just as important, especially as you get older. A...
May 162 min read


Federal Judge Blocks Arkansas’ Social Media Age-Verification Law: What It Means for You
A major legal battle over online access has just come to an end in Arkansas. A federal judge permanently struck down a law that would...
Apr 42 min read


Is Social Media Making Depression Worse for Young People?
Social media has become part of our daily lives, but what happens when scrolling starts to hurt more than it helps? A new study out of UT...
Mar 252 min read


Are Social Media Warning Labels Coming? Texas Lawmakers Think So.
Imagine if every time you opened Instagram or TikTok, you had to click past a warning that read: "Excessive social media use is linked to...
Mar 183 min read


Smartphones, Social Media, and the Weaponization of Technology in Schools
The digital world is a double-edged sword. On one hand, smartphones and social media connect us, educate us, and provide a voice to the...
Mar 142 min read


The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health and Body Image
Social media has revolutionized how we connect, share, and express ourselves. While it has brought many benefits, it also has a darker...
Mar 112 min read


What Happens to Our Bodies When We Use (and Quit) Social Media?
Ever find yourself mindlessly scrolling through Instagram or TikTok, only to look up and realize an hour has disappeared? You're not...
Mar 72 min read


The Rise of Social Media and the Impact of Use Among Kids, Teens, and Mental Health
In today’s digital world, social media is a constant presence in young people’s lives. A recent survey found that nearly 50% of teens...
Feb 283 min read


The Silent Epidemic: How Social Media Creates Isolation, Fueling a Loneliness Crisis
In an era where social media connects billions, why are so many people feeling lonelier than ever? Recent studies suggest that platforms...
Feb 252 min read


Bluesky: The Fading Alternative to X?
Jack Dorsey, cofounder of Twitter, recently weighed in on the mass migration of users from X (formerly Twitter) to Bluesky. His take?...
Feb 182 min read
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