MEDIA EFFECTS

Jun 06 2026HEALTH

Smoking on Screen: Do Celebrities and Emotions Change Teen Views?

Research shows that when young people see smoking in movies or shows, it can make smoking seem more appealing. But what happens when a well-known actor lights up on screen? Does it matter more than the way they act while they smoke? Scientists wanted to find out if celebrity status and emotional rea

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Mar 20 2026HEALTH

Kids and Their Screens: What the Numbers Say

A new study that looked at 153 pieces of research shows that spending time on social media can raise the chances of kids feeling sad, acting out, or even harming themselves. The researchers found that teens between 12 and 15 are especially at risk, while younger children show weaker links. The resea

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May 08 2025HEALTH

Short Videos and Rural China: A Hidden Mental Health Factor

Rural China is seeing a surge in the popularity of short videos. This trend is raising questions about how these quick, bite-sized clips affect the mental well-being of rural residents. While there has been plenty of talk about social media's impact on mental health, the effects of short-form video

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