New Addiction Warnings
The U.S. Surgeon General, Vice Admiral Vivek Murthy MD, calls for tobacco-style warnings for social media. Murthy says the mental health risks associated with social media use among young people are particularly high, especially addiction. The Surgeon General proposes the tobacco-style warning to alert children and their guardians of these dangers. Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and René Brent discuss Murthy’s plan.
Risk of Social Media Addiction
Social media use has been linked to increased anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. The Surgeon General acknowledges that more research is needed but emphasizes the potential harms.
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