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flag Survey finds half of U.S. teens view social media as harmful, affecting mental health and productivity.

flag A Pew Research Center survey shows that about half of teenagers believe social media is harmful to their peers. flag Twenty percent say it negatively affects their mental health and grades, while 40% think it impacts their productivity and sleep. flag Youth mental health expert Katie Hurley notes that teens are becoming aware of the negative effects of social media, including the algorithms designed to engage users for longer periods. flag Despite these concerns, social media is still seen as beneficial for friendships and creativity. flag Girls tend to have more negative experiences than boys. flag Parents and teens both identify social media as a top concern for mental health.

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