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Is 13 Too Young to Have a Social Media Account?

The surgeon general is the “nation’s doctor” in the United States. He is tasked with giving Americans the “best scientific information” about their health. Late last month, the current U.S. surgeon general, Vivek Murthy, warned 13 is too young to join social media. He said it poses a risk to young people’s “self-worth and their ...

Troy Oakes

Teen girl sending text messages.

Why Social Media Makes You Feel Bad and What to Do About It

Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media and noticed you felt a bit down? Maybe a little envious? Why aren’t you on a yacht? Running a startup? Looking amazing 24/7? The good news is you are not alone. Although social media has some benefits, it can also make us feel a little depressed. ...

Troy Oakes

Social media apps on a smartphone.

Navigating Technology for Mental Wellbeing

Our phones can be addictive, or at least for some of us. You may find yourself scrolling and scrolling on social media, but is it any good for you? While technology and social media can certainly have a lot of benefits for you and society, they might also take a toll mentally and socially. Social ...

Louis Summers

Three friends sitting on the beach with eyes glued to their smartphones.

5 Ways to Set Technology Boundaries in Your Family

The world is ever-evolving, and technology is used in nearly everyone’s daily life. Technology is not just electronic gadgets, but anything that has been developed to help ease daily tasks, including such things as cooking utensils and office supplies. How is technology separating families? The adverse effects of using technology too much can lead to ...

Viena Abdon

A young boy watching a smartphone screen.

Platform Focused on Clean, Traditional Content Launched in New York’s Middletown

A platform dedicated to promoting clean and traditional content has opened in Orange County on Independence Day, receiving a warm welcome from the city’s mayor and other local officials. “It’s a perfect day: Fourth of July, we’re celebrating the diversity of America and the freedoms that we have — freedom of religion, freedom of speech — and ...

Emma Lu

Ganjing World.

Why Short Videos Are Taking Over the Internet

Millions of people have flocked to social media, so it’s no surprise that apps such as TikTok and Facebook have become mainstream today. People of all ages across different countries are well-familiar with the biggest social media brand names, like YouTube, Tiktok, and Facebook. Images and text posts still work quite well on social media. ...

Mike West

Instagram Reels.

The Great Translation Movement Shines a Spotlight on China’s Propaganda

Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, China’s propaganda machine has been actively promoting an alternative reality that pushes pro-Russia and pro-Putin messages. On heavily censored social media platforms in China, Internet users share their support for Russian President Vladimir Putin. As documented by The New York Times, while the world overwhelmingly condemns the ...

Haidene Go

People at a rally to protest the war in Ukraine.

7 Ways to Cope With World War 3 Anxiety

The world has not yet recovered from the pandemic that everyone went through for two years. And now, after recent reports about the escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine, many people are facing World War 3 anxiety.  All the negativities everyone has heard and experienced lately may be too much for some and could take ...

Mirachelle Joya

Lady on bed wearing white with her hands covering her face.