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Dr. A. Lynn Scoresby
Risks For 21st-Century Families E5: Social Media
20 minutes Posted Jan 20, 2026 at 11:49 pm.
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Parents need to take social media use more seriously. Average hours of daily use for teens is already too much and an amount that is most likely to lead to increased anxiety and depression and concerns about self-worth. Learn more about some of the many risks and what parents can do to teach about it, regulate use, and promote healthy human connection. Visit FirstAnswers.com to find answers for 21st-century parents and more about the podcast.