Meta's platform design exploits psychological vulnerabilities, disproportionately affecting youth.
Original framing: “Is social media addictive?” — Al Jazeera
Coverage Details
Lens coverage7/8 ≥ 70%
The 8 Epistemic Lenses — radar tracks the selected signal
Scientific EvidenceSignal: 90%
Scientific research shows that social media algorithms exploit dopamine pathways in the brain, creating feedback loops that reinforce compulsive behavior.