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Social Media Use Linked to Loneliness in Students
Filed: Feb 16, 2026 at 12:09 PM ET
Summary: A study finds U.S. college students using social media for two hours daily are more likely to feel lonely.
WHO: U.S. college students
WHAT: Study on social media use and loneliness
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 11:37 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Increased risk of loneliness linked to social media usage
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