Nowadays, screens, particularly social media, are often criticized for being addictive, contributing to mental health issues, and impacting childhood development negatively.
But is there solid evidence to back up these claims?
In today’s edition, Peter Etchells, a Professor of Psychology and Science Communication at Bath Spa University and author of Unlocked: The real science of screen time, sheds light on why it’s essential to redefine our relationship with technology. He also explains that social media, despite its drawbacks, may not be as harmful as commonly believed. Tune in to find out more.
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