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How much is too much social media use?

Mitch Prinstein, PhD, APA’s chief science officer, provides answers to pressing questions based on results from hundreds of studies on tens of thousands of teens over the last decade

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APA issues adolescent social media use recommendations

Training, screening can ensure kids and teens maximize their chances for safe and meaningful experiences on social media platforms

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Report: Health advisory on social media in adolescence

Ten science-backed recommendations to ensure that kids and teens develop healthy social media practices

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Keep your kids safe on social media: What parents need to know

A multipronged approach that includes time limits, parental monitoring, and ongoing discussions can help parents protect teens

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