Excessive Internet Use Disrupts Key Parts of the Teenage Brain

Teenagers are spending increasing amounts of time online, with U.S. teens averaging 4.8 hours daily on social media alone. New research shows this excessive internet use is causing significant changes in adolescent brain function linked to addiction and other behavioral issues. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
August 05, 2024
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Today, we are covering how excessive Internet use affects key parts of the brain, a new compound could kill flesh-eating bacteria, preteen suicide rates increase, and more.

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Makai Allbert
Makai Allbert
Health Writer
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Excessive Internet Use Disrupts Key Parts of the Teenage Brain
Excessive Internet Use Disrupts Key Parts of the Teenage Brain
Teenagers are spending increasing amounts of time online, with U.S. teens averaging 4.8 hours daily on social media alone. New research shows this excessive internet use is causing significant changes in adolescent brain function linked to addiction and other behavioral issues.
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Ghee-Roasted Carrots With Herbs and Jalapeño
Recipe Description:
Perfect as a vibrant side dish or appetizer, the carrots are roasted to bring out their natural sweetness, offering a delicious and visually appealing addition to any meal.

Health Highlight:
• Carrots are high in fiber and beta-carotene, a compound that's great for vision and skin health.
• Great source of antioxidants from the herbs and vitamin C from the lime juice.
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