Facebook’s cure for social media ills? More Facebook

Online giant says posting more can improve low moods

Facebook is increasingly under scrutiny by lawmakers on both sides of the Atlantic
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Facebook has finally admitted that social media can harm mental health - but suggests that its two billion users can improve their well-being by posting more updates and comments on its site.

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