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Social Media & Protests
- Alexei Makarin's research on the Russian social media platform VK showed a link between social media use and anti-government protests.
- This research leveraged the staggered rollout of VK at universities.
Social Media & Mental Health
- A new study suggests that Facebook causes anxiety and depression.
- This raises concerns about social media's impact on mental well-being.
Pandemic's Impact on Mental Health
- The COVID-19 pandemic increased awareness of mental health but also made access to care more difficult.
- There's an 11-year delay between experiencing mental illness symptoms and seeking help.