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New Jersey Launches Social Media Center to Study Tech's Effect on Children

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New Jersey Launches Social Media Center to Study Tech's Effect on Children

New Jersey has established a new social media center dedicated to examining the effects of technology on children, according to The Press of Atlantic City. The center will focus on understanding how social media and digital platforms impact young people across the state.

The initiative comes as parents, educators, and lawmakers increasingly raise concerns about children's online safety and screen time. The center is expected to provide research and guidance to help families navigate the digital landscape.

Details about the center's specific programs, leadership, and funding were not immediately available in the source material. However, the move signals a growing state-level effort to address the role of technology in children's lives.

For local families, the center could become a valuable resource for understanding the risks and benefits of social media. As The Press of Atlantic City reports, the center will examine tech's effect on children, a topic that resonates with many in our community.

We will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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