I can’t help but be skeptical about Facebook’s ability to change its product significantly enough to improve the mental health and wellness of its users. I think it is kind of like a tobacco company saying “we’re going to make our cigarettes healthier”. There is an addictive nature to the platform which explains why its been so successful at cultivating people’s attention. However, that’s also why it may be causing mental health and wellness issues for its users.

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