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Lagos Govt raises alarm over social media impact on children’s mental health
Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk Sunday Dennis , as published by Daily Post Nigeria
· October 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This can lead to unrealistic comparisons and a distorted view of life's challenges. Children's mental health is a concern due to social media and foreign influences.
Children's mental health is a concern due to social media and foreign influences. A call has been made for better guidance and prevention to address this issue. Unrestricted access to global content can shape young minds and affect their self-perception.
This can lead to unrealistic comparisons and a distorted view of life's challenges. The impact of social media on children's mental health is a topic of discussion at a recent mental health summit.
Further details on this issue are available from the source, including comments from a representative of the state's health commissioner.
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Category: government Published: October 9, 2026 Source: Daily Post Nigeria Reading time: 1 min
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