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Does time on social media make teens anxious and depressed? The evidence is not so clear

By John Gleeson, Professor

The social media ban for under-16s may stem from concern about a very real mental health crisis. But is it missing the point?

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A person's emotional, psychological and social well-being, which affects how they think, feel and cope.

Mental health problems are common, and access to care is a growing public issue.

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