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Governments are pushing teen social media bans – but behind the scenes is a messy fight over science

As governments worldwide move to restrict teenagers’ access to smartphones and social media, a fierce scientific debate has erupted over whether these digital technologies actually harm young people’s mental health.

The Conversation

So, is social media messing with teen mental health or not? Social scientist defends answer of 'yes.'

'The Anxious Generation' chief researcher holds his ground in what he calls “a normal academic debate.”

Fortune

Why are US states, school districts banning smartphones in schools?

Many experts around the world say smartphones pose a danger to children’s mental health, but does a ban work?

Al Jazeera

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Some child psychologists say the U.S. surgeon general’s call for social media warning labels is ‘moral panic’

Other mental health experts, in contrast, say warning labels are a great first step that could save lives.

Fortune

It’s Time to Take Phones Away from Students

The spike in teen mental distress and disruptive behaviour will require extreme steps

The Walrus

Paris Hilton’s expert-approved parenting rule that ‘bans’ her two kids from using one everyday item

The socialite is taking in all the expert advice she can when it comes to her parenting rules

GoodToKnow

Is your teen part of the ‘anxious generation?’ This is what experts have to say about protecting their mental health

These expert-approved tips can help parents protect their kids' happiness

GoodToKnow

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Regulating Smartphones? Jonathan Haidt vs. Libertarians

The author of The Anxious Generation argues that parents, schools, and society must keep kids off of social media.

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