For two decades now, social media companies have been virtually untouchable, profitably floating above accusations that they normalize propaganda, addict children and degrade our character. Legally ...

Two years ago, the social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s book about the dangers of social-media became a best-seller—and the subject of some critical eye-rolling. Now, for many, it’s become essential.

Closing arguments began Thursday in a landmark trial that put online behavior under a microscope. In many ways, it has ...

Age limits inspired by Australia law won’t hamper role adults play in raising children.

Children and adolescents vulnerable to addictive design of infinite scrolling and attention-driven algorithms, mental health professional says - Anadolu Ajansı ...

In the case of birth control, it’s especially hard to tell fact from fiction or legitimate medical concern from TikTok hot air.

Social media has become part of everyday life for billions of people, but the growing amount of time young users spend online ...

Teenagers who use social media more frequently may show slightly higher empathy, according to a new meta-analysis by researchers at Georgia State University. The study, a systematic review published ...

Meta and YouTube's trial over social media addiction is part of a larger global trend, but age bans may not be the answer.

Social media has reshaped the way billions of people connect, communicate, and see themselves. 6 billion users worldwide as of 2024.That number is staggering - and so are the questions it raises.

The growing use of AI-generated scientific and science-related content, especially on social media, raises important concerns ...

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday said that the state government is planning to introduce measures to restrict the use of social media for children under the age of 13 to ...