A new study involving nearly 12,000 children suggests that increased social media use among nine- and ten-year-olds leads to higher depressive symptoms over time, countering the notion that depressed kids simply use social media more. Over three years, average social media engagement rose from seven to 73 minutes daily, correlating with a 35% increase in depression scores, indicating that social media may contribute to developing these symptoms. Researchers emphasize the need for parents to model healthy screen habits and acknowledge that factors like content consumption also play a crucial role in mental health outcomes.
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What White House reportedly said about the future of Mark Carney’s daughter at Harvard
The Trump administration has targeted Harvard University, cancelling its ability to enroll international students, which puts the academic futures of students like Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, at risk. Following a lawsuit, Harvard won an initial court ruling allowing it to continue enrolling international students while the case proceeds, highlighting the importance of these students to the university and the country. As a first-year economics student and sustainability advocate at Harvard,...
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