Top Doctors Warn: Social Media as Harmful to Youth as Smoking
Top Doctors Warn: Social Media as Harmful to Youth as Smoking Leading medical experts have warned that social media is as harmful to young people’s health as tobacco smoking, sparking global discussion about protecting youth in the digital age. Medical Community’s Position Medical experts point to clear links between excessive social media use and youth mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and body image problems. They are calling for stricter regulatory measures from governments, similar to past tobacco industry controls. ...