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Laura Talks about Facebook and its Impact on Young Kids

Laura Talks about Facebook and its Impact on Young Kids  

Laura talks to callers and Raymond Arroyo about Facebook depression, a new disorder that some health experts are concerned about.

Social media creates new teen ailment -- 'Facebook depression'

By Keely Chalmers

Doctors say what may seem fun and innocent may actually be leading teens into what's being termed "Facebook Depression." If you're a teenager you're most likely on a social networking site like "Facebook." For most it's a fun, easy way to keep in touch and find out what's going on with friends. But new research shows a growing number of youngsters who obsess over the on-line sites may be headed down a troubled path. The American Academy of Pediatrics warns of a new problem called "Facebook Depression." It results from being bombarded with friend tallies, status updates, and photos of people happy, having the time of their lives, when you are not.  Read more at MSNBC.com

 


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