Before he was breaking down internet language for millions of TikTok users, Adam Aleksic was just a kid growing up in Albany, ...

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While social media algorithms work to keep you engaged, experts say awareness is key. By making simple changes, you can make sure your feed works for you, not the other way around.

Algorithms prioritise engagement, limiting users' control over their social media feeds. Short-form content fuels passive consumption, affecting attention and focus, especially in youth.

ALGOSPEAK: How Social Media is Transforming the Future of Language. By Adam Aleksic. Knopf. 256 page. $29.

Although 13 is the commonly required minimum age for social media users in the United States, nearly 40 percent of children ages 8-12 use social media. As summer begins and children spend more ...

While social media algorithms work to keep you engaged, experts say awareness is key. By making simple changes, you can make sure your feed works for you, not the other way around.

Social media has evolved, with algorithms now controlling what we see, when we see it, and for how long. Dive in to understand how this shift impacts us.