Facebook can worsen depression in teens
Posted: 03/28/2011
"Facebook depression" is among potential harms to teens who use social networking sites.
Researchers disagree on whether it's a distinct condition or simply an extension of depression kids feel offline, too.
But there are unique aspects that can make Facebook especially tough for troubled kids.
Facebook provides a skewed view of what's really going on.
Some teens say that chalking up online friends and photos amount to a popularity contest.
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