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BeReal adds private groups and Live Photo-like features; Pew estimates 13% of US teens use app
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Survey: U.S. teens still heavy social media users, despite concerns
Despite growing worry that social media use can harm youth mental health, teens still use major platforms at high rates, according to a new survey conducted by Pew Research Center.