Researchers are studying the psychological effects of time spent online and the impact it can have on our physical health. Follow the series at npr.org/bodyelectric or on the TED Radio Hour podcast feed. A MARTNEZ, HOST: Last week we told you about the 41 states suing Meta for allegedly making… Continue Reading ‘Body Electric’ examines the link between social media and depression rates
Scroll, double-tap to like, and scroll again. We’ve all been there: whether you’re putting off that pile of material on your desk or just finding a way to save time on the car ride home from a dance session, scrolling through your Flow may seem like a harmless procrastination tactic… Continue Reading Some states are suing social media over mental health concerns. Here’s what you need to know
NY seeks to require parental consent for children to use social media platforms curated by algorithms. New bills would also ban social media notifications overnight and allow parents to limit the time spent on social media per day for minors. New York authorities are pushing to ban internet companies from… Continue Reading Will New York ban addictive social media for children?