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Social Media Crisis Hits Schools | Charleston News
Social media’s grip on kids is sparking a national mental health emergency, with two U.S. Surgeon Generals sounding the alarm and schools scrambling to fund counseling amid rising emotional needs. Lawsuits are mounting as districts like Charleston County — which won’t detail legal specifics — prioritize student well-being, safety, and digital literacy through counselors, psychologists, and social-emotional learning. Meanwhile, South Carolina prepares to enforce new laws starting January requiring parental consent and age verification for social platforms — signaling real-world action as…
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