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Can you trust health advice on social media? Doctor warns of misinformation risks

Receiving health misinformation can lead to a delay in receiving the proper diagnosis and care from a medical professional or cause people to use harmful products. Read More

You haven’t screwed up your kids by letting them use social media. An expert has tips for what to do

Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Take It Back” was published ... Read More

How Social Media Impacts Kids’ Brains. 5 Things Parents Should Know, From A Doctor

A generation growing up with algorithmic feeds is not suffering “brain damage,” but their attention, emotions and habits are being shaped in powerful ways. For many families, the first smartphone or ... Read More

It’s time to do as the Australians do and ban your kids from social media

Your children don’t need a ban on social media for teens under age 16 for you to remove their access to social media. We know it makes them less healthy and happy ... Read More

Moorhead schools urge parents to talk with kids about social media after threatening message

MOORHEAD — Moorhead Area Public Schools is urging parents to talk with their children about responsible use of social media platforms and texting after the district had to notify families about a ... Read More

Australia Banned Social Media for Kids—Experts Share What Parents Must Know

"Australia's new restrictions will not solve all negative effects associated with social media," one expert told Newsweek. Read More