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The Philadelphia Inquirer
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Lifestyle
Henry Savage

How to take a break from social media

Two and a half hours — that's the average amount of time people spend on social media each day.

It may not sound like a lot, but that time can really add up — and at what cost? Social media has proven negative effects on mental health (especially for teens), self-image and for some is a huge time-waster.

Sure, finding local events, selling stuff Facebook Marketplace, and keeping up with friends from high school are some of the best parts of these apps, but there are definitely ways you can engage with social media that are better for your health.

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