Psychologist warns social media bans may worsen youth mental health issues
Psychologist Candice Odgers expressed concerns that social media bans for teenagers may exacerbate mental health issues. With 25 years of research, she argues that systemic factors like Covid's impact on caregivers are being overlooked. Odgers believes that a focus on banning social media distracts from addressing the real challenges facing today's youth.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 04:00 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 04:30 UTC
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