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Screen time limits not enough to tackle problematic social media use: experts
- Experts say parental screen-time limits and young people’s willpower cannot fully address digital health risks in everyday life.
- Lancet papers say responsibility for protecting young people from problematic social media use should shift toward technology companies and governments.
- The papers say targeted algorithms and AI chatbots promote personalized content that keeps young people engaged with platforms.
- A review of 2,790 studies linked problematic digital media use with depression, anxiety, sleep disruption, and limited physical activity, while proposed action includes regulation and a Digital Safety Commission.
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Screen time limits not enough to tackle problematic social media use: experts
TORONTO - Experts from around the world, including Canada, say the scale of digital technology use by children and youth is a public health issue that needs immediate action to
·Toronto, Canada
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There is a strong link between mental health problems and smartphone use. Tech companies should be restricted to protect the health of young people, a group of scientists writes.
·Amsterdam, Netherlands (Kingdom of the)
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Total News Sources27
Leaning Left17Leaning Right0Center8Last UpdatedBias Distribution68% Left
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- 68% of the sources lean Left
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C 32%
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