How to Be a Better Human — What the data shows about youth mental health (w/ Candice Odgers)

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What the data shows about youth mental health (w/ Candice Odgers)

How to Be a Better Human

“Social media and screen time aren’t the most important factor in teen mental health,” says development psychologist Candice Odgers. While this claim sounds counterintuitive, Candice shares why it’s so pervasive—scary stories sell. They always have. In this episode, Candice joins Chris to discuss social inequity and…

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