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New Docuseries Exposes the Hidden Realities of Teens and Social Media

FX's 'Social Studies' reveals the profound impact of social media on teenage lives, addressing issues like cyberbullying, mental health, and online predators.

  • Teens in the documentary share their experiences with cyberbullying, sexual assault, and mental health struggles exacerbated by social media.
  • Director Lauren Greenfield highlights the toxic comparison culture and the pressure teens face from curated, unrealistic online images.
  • Participants discuss the dual nature of social media as both a vital connection and a source of significant stress and harm.
  • The series arrives amid growing public concern and legislative action to regulate teen social media use and its psychological impacts.
  • Experts and teens alike call for more stringent regulations and better design to mitigate the harmful effects of social media on youth.
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