Major Meta-Analysis Links Social Media to Worse Youth Mental Health

This Medical News article discusses a study linking digital media—particularly social media—use to consistent risks for children’s mental health and development.

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JAMA
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2026-05-01
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2026.3974
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Digital Mental Health Interventions
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Major Meta-Analysis Links Social Media to Worse Youth Mental Health

Kate Schweitzer
JAMA
Digital Mental Health Interventions
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Major Meta-Analysis Links Social Media to Worse Youth Mental Health

Kate Schweitzer
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Abstract

This Medical News article discusses a study linking digital media—particularly social media—use to consistent risks for children’s mental health and development.

JAMA
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Gender equality
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Digital Mental Health Interventions
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