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‘I want my child back!’ How social media make kids’ anxiety and depression worse

Michael Rich

Boston Globe

Oct 10, 2022

The Digital Wellness Lab’s Dr. Michael Rich authors a piece delving into the research, policy, and best practices relating to youth and social media.

Get the whole story at Boston Globe.

We believe that by following the science, we can create an empathetic and respectful world in which our kids can grow up healthy, smart, and kind.

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