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A new hypothesis (from my email)

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Started February 08, 2026

From Anonymous: Hello Professor Cowen, I hope all is well with you and that you have navigated the recent weather alright. I have a thought that I wanted to run by you that related to phones and teen anxiety. You have cited a variety of studies that say that phones and social media do not cause anxiety. […] The post A new hypothesis (from my email) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsThis artificial debate about the effects of social media on . by 3 seconds on a catapultI would say...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The hypothesis that phones and social media do not contribute to teen anxiety fails to consider the unique pressures of modern adolescence.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Ignoring the potential effects of phones and social media on teen anxiety undermines the real struggles many adolescents face in today's digital age.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
While phones and social media may not directly cause anxiety, their role in shaping social interactions deserves closer examination.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The impact of phones and social media on teen anxiety is overstated; many studies show no direct causal link, suggesting other factors are at play.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Future research should explore the nuanced relationship between technology use and mental health, moving beyond simple cause-and-effect narratives.
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