Personal Digest: 1 in 5 pediatric psych crises tied to digital media

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Personal Digest: 1 in 5 pediatric psych crises tied to digital media
Digest Newsletter · Sep 9, 2026
Personal Digest: 1 in 5 pediatric psych crises tied to digital media

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Nearly one in five — A new study found that nearly one in five pediatric psychiatric crises involve digital media, signalling a major role for screens in youth mental health emergencies.

Parenting

Parenting

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Mental Health

Mental Health

Nearly One in Five Pediatric Psychiatric Crises Involve Digital Media, New Study Finds · urmc.rochester.edu

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