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Study Links 35% Rise in Youth Depression to Social Media

5/22/2025

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A groundbreaking study from UC San Francisco followed nearly 12,000 preteens for three years, uncovering a startling 35% increase in depressive symptoms linked to heightened social media use. This research highlights the potential dangers of social media, particularly the threat of cyberbullying, emphasizing its role in exacerbating mental health challenges among youth.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking study from UC San Francisco followed nearly 12,000 preteens for three years, uncovering a startling 35% increase in depressive symptoms linked to heightened social media use. This research highlights the potential dangers of social media, particularly the threat of cyberbullying, emphasizing its role in exacerbating mental health challenges among youth.