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Psychiatrist Christopher Lucas, MD, is vice chair for psychiatry services at Upstate.
Psychiatrist Christopher Lucas, MD, is vice chair for psychiatry services at Upstate.

How social media relate to unhappiness, other problems in young people

Upstate psychiatrist Christopher Lucas, MD, discusses how social media platforms can be detrimental, especially to teen girls and young adults. He addresses concerns that came up during congressional testimony in 2021 and in a multiyear British study that exploring heavy social media use's connection to unhappiness. He also talks about curbing cellphone addiction. Lucas is an associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and vice chair for psychiatry services at Upstate University Hospital.

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