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There is a strong correlation between the increased usage of social media by young people and an increase in suicide rate, that being said the US went through a
by xanth 8y ago
There is a strong correlation between the increased usage of social media by young people and an increase in suicide rate, that being said the US went through an economic depression at the same time so maybe it has more to do with young peoples guardians economic stability.
- headsoup 8y agoWhile that is somewhat true, it's far more complex than that correlation. We must understand why social media is a negative environment and not just state that it is bad as an idea. Advertising, influencing, addiction, social breakdowns, attachments, medications, wealth, etc, all play a role in what creates a negative environment for young people on the internet.