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Social media and teens' mental health: A psychiatrist weighs in

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changing mindsApril 29, 2024 11:59 am

Social media and teens' mental health: A psychiatrist weighs in

Should teens be banned from having social media accounts? Psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Weiner shares tips for families, including on the potential value of taking a monthlong social media break. He spoke with News4’s Eun Yang.

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