What’s the Connection Between Social Media and Depression?

By: Alex Patten, MD

LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and other social networking sites are great ways to connect with others, see what is going on in the world, and, well, kill some time. They might seem like obvious sources of overwhelming joy—baby announcements, rekindled friendships, adorable pictures of kittens! However, new research suggests a link […]

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