At a Congressional hearing in March, Zuckerberg dismissed the idea that social media is harmful to children, despite strong data and research that has shown a link between young people’s use of social media and an increase in mental distress, self-injurious behavior, and suicidality. Instagram has been frequently flagged for increasing suicidal ideation, depression, and body image concerns in children. Continue Reading →
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Keep Your Children Safe Online This Summer
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As summer approaches, CT Better Business Bureau urges parents to prepare their children before allowing them to spend time unsupervised on the internet. Dangers include phishing attempts and identity theft. Also, children can easily stumble upon material that is sexual, violent or illustrates illegal activity. Continue Reading →