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Kids Code Coalition Pushes for Social Media Warning Labels

5/15/2025

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As worries mount about the impact of social media on youth mental health, the Kids Code Coalition is pushing for warning labels on platforms, highlighting research that ties social media use to rising depression and anxiety. In Connecticut, a proposed bill seeks to limit minors' access to combat addiction, while experts advocate for a balanced strategy of education and regulation instead of outright bans.

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As worries mount about the impact of social media on youth mental health, the Kids Code Coalition is pushing for warning labels on platforms, highlighting research that ties social media use to rising depression and anxiety. In Connecticut, a proposed bill seeks to limit minors' access to combat addiction, while experts advocate for a balanced strategy of education and regulation instead of outright bans.