I think it’s a waste of time. Technology is addictive. If you look at people on the street, you’ll see them taking selfies and messaging their friends. When we chat with friends on social ...

The report comes as parents and regulators have called on social media companies to do more to keep young people safe — and prevent them from spending too much time — on their platforms.

Over the past few years there has been a growing chorus of parents, doctors and legal experts who have been sounding the alarm about the effects of social media on teenagers. Jonathan Haidt ...

and other professionals working with young people not to dismiss teenagers’ engagement with social media as a waste of time, as this is likely to only widen the gap in communication between them.

It can be hard to curb excessive use of smartphones and social media, which are addictive by design. Reducing your screen time is often more than just a matter of willpower, especially for younger ...