Aerika Brittian Loyd

developmental psychologist at UC Riverside; director of the Youth Health and Development Lab

Aerika Brittian Loyd on KCRW

The surgeon general wants health warnings on social media platforms, similar to tobacco products. A psychologist explains how the platforms can harm teen mental health.

Should social media platforms have a public health warning?

The surgeon general wants health warnings on social media platforms, similar to tobacco products. A psychologist explains how the platforms can harm teen mental health.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Nearly 60% of teen girls report feeling persistent sadness or hopelessness – the highest rate seen in the last decade, according to the CDC.

More girls than boys are suffering mentally, says CDC

Nearly 60% of teen girls report feeling persistent sadness or hopelessness – the highest rate seen in the last decade, according to the CDC.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Kids may not be able to express and articulate exactly how they’re feeling, so it’s important to watch for signs, like exhibiting a range of emotions.

Pandemic, politics, racial conflicts are all doing a number on kids’ mental health. How parents can help

Kids may not be able to express and articulate exactly how they’re feeling, so it’s important to watch for signs, like exhibiting a range of emotions.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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