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Video: Social media shifts how kids connect, raising mental health concerns

FCN examines how social media is changing the way children and young adults connect. Digital interactions are increasingly replacing face-to-face contact. The report explores effects on mental health, the rise of cyberbullying, and exposure to violent content. It also highlights current efforts in Connecticut to regulate phone use in schools.