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Even Experts Disagree Over Whether Social Media Is Bad for Kids. We Examined Why
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesDisagreement and uncertainty are common features of everyday life. They’re also common and expected features of scientific research. …
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Technology
‘A Virtual Seat at the Family Table’: Why Older People Are Among the Biggest Users of Social Media
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe Australian government’s recent decision to ban under 16s from social media has focused attention on the harms …
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Social Media
What is Bluesky? Why Tens of Millions of People Are Heading for a ‘Decentralised’ Social Media Platform
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAfter Elon Musk bought Twitter (now rebranded X) in 2022, disaffected users began to seek alternatives. Alongside Meta’s …
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Self ImprovementFeatured
8 Proven Strategies to Get More Referrals for Your Service-Based Business
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrIn the competitive world of service-based businesses, referrals are the lifeblood that can significantly boost your client base …
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TechnologyEditor's Pick
What Can You Do If You Think Your Teen Already Has Unhealthy Social Media Habits?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMany parents are worried about how much their children use social media and what content they might encounter …
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Culturally Diverse Teens Greatly Benefit From Social Media — Banning It Would Cause Harm
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThere is a bipartisan push from state and federal governments to introduce laws in Australia banning young people …
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Spending Too Much Time on Social Media and Doomscrolling? The Problem Might Be FOMO
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesFor as long as we have used the Internet to communicate and connect with each other, it has …
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Social Media Apps Have Billions of ‘Active Users,’ but What Does That Really Mean?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOur digital world is bigger and more connected than ever. Social media isn’t just a daily habit — …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
The Echoes of Our Actions: A Tale of Tragedy and Consequences
by Max Luby Max LuIn the quiet hush of winter, a story unfolded that would serve as a stark reminder of the …