SOCIAL MEDIA USE

Dec 09 2024HEALTH

Social Media Use: A Real-Time Look at Teens' Emotional Ups and Downs

Researchers have been quick to blame social media for negative impacts on teens' mental health, but is it the whole story? A recent study decided to find out by tracking 154 teenagers aged 12 to 15 every four hours for two weeks. They wanted to see if using social media causes more negative emotions, or if feeling gloomy makes teens more likely to get online. It tur...

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Nov 05 2024WEATHER

Valencia Floods: Missing Persons and Volunteers Step Up

In the aftermath of devastating floods in Valencia, Spain, social media platforms have become a lifeline for families searching for missing loved ones. With at least 217 confirmed deaths and more rain forecasted, hope is fading for those still unaccounted for. A remarkable rescue story emerged with a woman found alive after three days trapped in her car. However, the...

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