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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Storm Newton

Too much social media linked to harmful behaviours in teenagers, study suggests

PA Wire

Frequent use of social media could be linked to harmful behaviours in children and young people, such as drinking, taking drugs, smoking and gambling, a study has suggested.

Exposure to alcohol advertising on different platforms had the strongest evidence of harm, researchers said.

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