Social media addiction, characterized by excessive and compulsive use of social media platforms, has become a prevalent issue in today's society. Studies have shown that addictive behaviors related to ...

Addiction is one of the most intensely studied conditions in modern medicine, yet even with high‑resolution brain scans and ...

Study followed participants for years, starting at around 9 or 10 years old High social media addiction linked to higher risk of suicidal thoughts Total screen time had no effect According to NPR, Dr.

HOUSTON – We’re all a little guilty of mindlessly scrolling on social media but a recent call to action from the U.S. Surgeon General warrants some serious self-reflection. “It is time to require a ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Social media has become an integral part of modern life, but excessive use can lead to addiction and negatively impact mental health, experts warn. Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni, a ...

Noor Aishah clarified that solving this crisis extends beyond government regulation. She stressed that laws will have a ...

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SACRAMENTO – In a bipartisan vote, the California State Senate approved a bill from a Bay Area lawmaker aimed at targeting social media addiction among children and teens. On Monday night, senators ...