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Scrolling Too Much? The Mental Health Cost | Newark News

Scrolling Too Much? The Mental Health Cost | Newark News

Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
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New research reveals the average person spends over two hours daily on social media—passive scrolling and active engagement alike—with younger users leading the pack. While these platforms connect us globally and keep us updated, they also fuel comparison, performative personas, and potential addiction. Emerging data links heavy usage to rising anxiety and loneliness, hinting at a troubling trade-off between digital connection and real-world well-being. The debate over tech’s role in our lives is only just beginning.

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