Social media can create ‘profound risk’ for teenagers, surgeon general says

Published May 23, 2023 2:04pm ET



The United States surgeon general said that social media can pose substantial and meaningful risks to the mental health of teenagers, a statement that will give extra motivation to members of Congress calling for new rules for Big Tech.

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