How Modern Media Shapes Morality And Challenges The Legitimacy Of Law In Society Law remains dependent on societal morality, but morality itself is increasingly shaped and engineered by modern media systems, raising questions about the

If law reflects society’s morals, and media shapes those morals, then who truly controls the law in the age of algorithms?
By Ghalib Naseer

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#MediaInfluence #LawAndMorality #DigitalAge #SocialMediaImpact #Jurisprudence #Ethics

How Modern Media Shapes Morality And Challenges The Legitimacy Of Law In Society Law remains dependent on societal morality, but morality itself is increasingly shaped and engineered by modern media systems, raising questions about the

In the digital age, morality is no longer formed organically—it is shaped, amplified, and engineered by powerful media ecosystems.
By Ghalib Naseer

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#MediaInfluence #LawAndMorality #DigitalAge #SocialMediaImpact #Jurisprudence #Ethics

Massive analysis of longitudinal data links social media to poorer youth mental health Frequent digital media use tends to be linked with poorer developmental outcomes in children and teens, according to a massive review of longitudinal research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, that analyzed data from hundreds of thousands of youth.

Massive analysis of longitudinal data links social media to poorer youth mental health #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #YouthMentalHealth #SocialMediaImpact #PublicHealth

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Board of Registered Nursing asks for 8 investigators as complaints rise; lawmakers probe viral complaints and bias The Board of Registered Nursing requested $1.4 million for eight special investigator positions to handle growing complaint volumes and complexity; lawmakers asked about inspection authority, viral social‑media complaints and efforts to address implicit bias and disparate treatment.

The Board of Registered Nursing is seeking $1.4 million to hire eight special investigators as complaints surge by 64% - but what does this mean for the future of nursing care in California?

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#CA #CitizenPortal #BiasAwareness #SocialMediaImpact

Digital Security, Radicalization, and Terrorism - Stratheia Digital radicalization threatens security by enabling online extremist recruitment, ideological manipulation, and youth radicalization.

Algorithms, filter bubbles, and echo chambers can reinforce extreme beliefs by repeatedly exposing users to the same ideological narratives. Understanding this digital ecosystem is essential to counter online radicalization effectively.
#SocialMediaImpact #Terrorism
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Living Double: The Hidden Cost of Digital Selves - Exploring the emotional toll of living dual lives online and offline, and how digital identity impacts mental health and authenticity.

Living Double: The Hidden Cost of Digital Selves
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#DigitalIdentity #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #OnlineVsOffline #DigitalWellbeing #Authenticity

Discover how social media silently influences our youth's minds. Don't let your loved ones fall prey to this hidden force. 🌐💔 Join us in addressing this critical issue now! #SocialMediaImpact #YouthMentalHealth #ProtectOurFuture #UrgentAwareness

Discover the Unseen Consequences of Social Media - Addressing the Mental Health Crisis Now! Let's tackle this urgent issue together. Your mental well-being matters, and understanding these challenges is the first step toward change. #MentalHealthMatters #SocialMediaImpact #TakeAction

Explore the profound influence of social media on our youth! As experts in the field, we understand the urgent need to address the challenges young minds face in today’s digital landscape. #SocialMediaImpact #YouthWellbeing #DigitalSafety

Shreveport police say arrest warrant issued after racialized parade incident; council praises rapid response Chief Smith told the Shreveport City Council that investigators used social media to identify suspects in a disruptive parade incident and that an arrest warrant had been obtained; council members thanked officers and urged community responsibility at public events.

Shreveport's police chief announced an arrest warrant stemming from a troubling parade incident, emphasizing the power of social media in swift investigations.

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House committee hears divided views on social-media tax to fund youth behavioral health Lawmakers heard staff and sponsor briefings and hours of public testimony on HB 2038, a proposed 0.4% additional B&O tax on social‑media platforms that would fund a Youth Behavioral Health Account. Youth advocates urged investment; industry groups warned the targeted tax could be unlawful and counterproductive.

Washington lawmakers are grappling with a controversial new bill that could impose a tax on social media platforms to combat rising youth mental health issues.

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#WA #YouthBehavioralHealth #CitizenPortal #SocialMediaImpact #PublicPolicyDebate

Study Finds 63% of Gen Z Want to Quit Drinking Alcohol Over Social Media Fears Survey reveals young adults are rethinking alcohol use as concerns about online image and public embarrassment grow

FYI: Study Finds 63% of Gen Z Want to Quit Drinking Alcohol Over Social Media Fears #GenZ #AlcoholAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #YouthTrends #QuitDrinking

Study Finds 63% of Gen Z Want to Quit Drinking Alcohol Over Social Media Fears Survey reveals young adults are rethinking alcohol use as concerns about online image and public embarrassment grow

Study Finds 63% of Gen Z Want to Quit Drinking Alcohol Over Social Media Fears #GenZ #AlcoholAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #YouthTrends #SoberCurious

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While social media connects, it also has drawbacks. Constant low-value content can impact physical activity. Let's be mindful of its role in recreation! 📉🧐

#SocialMediaImpact #MindfulTech #HealthyHabits

فواد چوہدری آج بھی خان کی گڈبکس میں ہیں۔ اصل مسئلہ تحریک انصاف کا یہی ہے کہ جب کچھ ہونے لگتا ہے ان کا سوشل میڈیا خراب کر دیتا ہے۔شیر افضل مروت

#FawadChaudhry #PTIPolitics #SocialMediaImpact #PakistanMatters

Visitors from India travel to Providence Municipal Court and praise its compassionate approach A visitor named Sharania and her parents said they came from India to see Judge Frank Caprio’s courtroom, praising its personal touch and citing social media for spreading the court’s videos globally.

A family from India traveled thousands of miles just to meet Judge Frank Caprio after being inspired by his compassionate courtroom style showcased on social media.

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#RI #RhodeIslandCourtroom #InternationalVisits #SocialMediaImpact #CitizenPortal #CivicAccountability

Psychological Cost of Political Chaos in the Digital Era - Stratheia Political instability and social media fuel anxiety, misinformation, and digital burnout, turning mental health into a public concern.

Social media was meant to inform, but during political crises it often exhausts. Fear-driven algorithms thrive on anxiety, not awareness.
#AlgorithmicHarm #SocialMediaImpact #CrisisFatigue
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Social media surveillance of ex-partners linked to worse breakup recovery A new series of studies published in Computers in Human Behavior has found that keeping tabs on a former romantic partner through social media hinders emotional recovery. The findings indicate that both...

Social media surveillance of ex-partners linked to worse breakup recovery #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #BreakupRecovery #SocialMediaImpact #MentalHealthAwareness

Is Culture Still Culture If It’s Optimized for Virality? - Culture optimized for virality is not inherently fake. It reflects the realities of a digital society shaped by speed, scale, and screens

Is Culture Still Culture If It’s Optimized for Virality? wiobs.com/is-culture-s... #ViralCulture
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#AlgorithmicAge
#SocialMediaImpact
#CreatorEconomy

You May Not Need to Slow Your Scroll Social media can be tough to ignore these days. There is so much of it, and it’s so accessible, right there glowing on the phones in our pockets and purses. Many of us find ourselves scrolling through...

You May Not Need to Slow Your Scroll #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #SocialMediaImpact #DigitalWellbeing

“7 Ways to Parent in the Age of Brain Rot” "We know that short-form content — think TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels — is carefully engineered to activate the brain’s dopamine centers. We also know that excessive consumption of short-form content is linked to poorer attention, depression, anxiety, stress, and loneliness. Difficulty disengaging and regulating emotions offline is a common result."

“We know that excessive consumption of short-form content is linked to poorer attention, depression, anxiety, stress, and loneliness.” - Leigh Rust, Psy.D.

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#SocialMediaImpact #AttentionSpan #adhd #adhdsky

Nonmedical TikTok creators outperform doctors in engagement on SSRI videos An analysis of TikTok videos on SSRIs showed that medical professionals generally maintained a neutral tone in those videos, while nonmedical professionals were more likely to adopt a positive tone. Videos...

Nonmedical TikTok creators outperform doctors in engagement on SSRI videos #Science #HealthandMedicine #PublicHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #SSRI

Higher social media engagement linked to reduced performance on cognitive assessments A new analysis of data from a long-term national health study suggests that early adolescents who increase their social media usage over time may score lower on certain tests of brain function. The research...

Higher social media engagement linked to reduced performance on cognitive assessments #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #CognitivePerformance #SocialMediaImpact #MentalHealthResearch

Most People Are Not Addicted To Instagram, But The Label Still Hurts All the science news you can handle in a single feed

Most People Are Not Addicted To Instagram, But The Label Still Hurts #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialMediaImpact #DigitalWellness

Meta Accused of Burying Research that Linked Facebook Usage to Teen Depression Meta Platforms allegedly suppressed internal research linking its social-media products to negative mental-health outcomes, according to U.S. court filings reported by Reuters on Nov. 24. \n The filings...

Meta Accused of Burying Research that Linked Facebook Usage to Teen Depression #Technology #SocialandEthicalImplications #MentalHealth #Facebook #SocialMediaImpact

Free Speech — From Debate to Tribalism How we moved from judging the validity of a comment based on its content to judging the person who said it.

Here is my latest article on Medium- it continues my series on free speech. This time we look at how debate has been replaced by tribalism.

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#FreeSpeech #Tribalism #Polarisation #EchoChambers #SocialMediaImpact #Democracy

Many argue the issue isn't just the smartphone, but the pervasive, algorithm-driven nature of social media apps. These platforms are designed to be addictive, making responsible use challenging, especially for young minds. #SocialMediaImpact 2/6

سوشل میڈیا پروپیگنڈا کرنے کا آلہ بن چکا ہےیہ پروپیگنڈا صرف ملک کے اندر محدود نہیں رہتا بلکہ اس میں عالمی ادارے اور تنظیمیں بھی شامل ہوتی ہیں!ڈی جی آئی ایس پی آر

#SocialMediaImpact #DigitalPropaganda #GlobalInfluence #InformationWarfare #DGISPRStatement #MediaAwareness #pakistanmatters

Colloquium Series

Thursday, November 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. via Zoom | "Stuck in Our Screens: Bad Behavior, Social Drama, and Our Loss of Connection," presented by Dr. Kathleen P. Allen, author. Register for the Zoom link to attend at: ed.buffalo.edu/alberti/even...
#DigitalWellness #SocialMediaImpact

Problematic social media use linked to loneliness and death anxiety A study of adult social media users in Italy suggested that loneliness and death anxiety might mediate the relationship between attachment anxiety and problematic social media use. The paper was published...

Problematic social media use linked to loneliness and death anxiety #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #SocialMediaImpact #Loneliness #MentalHealthAwareness