Study finds social media use may impact youth brain development

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For adolescents, social media might be a brain-changer, researchers say

Frequent use of social media could be reshaping how adolescents' brains develop, a new study found.

3 months ago·Toronto, Canada

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The Independent

Checking social media a lot can change how teens’ brains work, study warns

‘Children who grow up checking social media are becoming hypersensitive to feedback from peers’

3 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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CNN

For adolescents, social media might be a brain-changer, researchers say

Teens are prone to social media use, and much of their interaction with peers takes place online — but those habits may be impacting their development. A new study found adolescents who checked their social media frequently were more sensitive to feedback.

3 months ago·Atlanta, United States

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KRDO

For adolescents, social media might be a brain-changer, researchers say

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Frequent use of social media could be reshaping how adolescents’ brains develop, a new study found. Those who checked their platforms more often were more likely to be sensitive to general social rewards and punishments, according to the study published Tuesday. “For youth who habitually check their social media, the brain

3 months ago·Colorado Springs, United States

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KIFI

Does your teen check their social media every hour? It could impact their brain, study finds

By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Frequent use of social media could be reshaping how adolescents’ brains develop, a new study found. Those who checked their platforms more often were more likely to be sensitive to general social rewards and punishments, according to the study published Tuesday. “For youth who habitually check their social media, the brain is changing in a way that is becoming more and more sensitive to social feedback over time,” said …

3 months ago·Idaho Falls, United States

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The Hill

Study finds social media use may impact youth brain development

Story at a glance Youth who habitually check social media are more sensitive to peer feedback, data show. However, whether these changes are harmful or beneficial has yet to be determined. Research…

3 months ago·Washington, United States

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