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More teens turning to TikTok to get mental health advice

Melissa Wilson and Jose Griñan

Fox26 Houston

Mar 1, 2023

The Digital Wellness Lab’s Dr. Michael Rich uses research to answer questions about the benefits and risks of youth turning to social media for mental health support.

Get the whole story at Fox26 Houston.

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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