The truth is, over dependence on online relationships in the developmental stages of teenage years has caused some teens to have damaged or altered social abilities in the real world, a daunting reality that can bring about serious consequences as these teens grow into adulthood. ... The "tethered self" is indicative of FoMO and can distract us from important social experiences in the here-and-now. ...

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