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"Social media is both cure and curse" - Made in Science Podcast Episode #53

October 24, 2025

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Prof. Cornelia Sindermann, the IRIS3D Independent Research Group Leader of Computational Digital Psychology, is the latest guest on episode #53 of the University of Stuttgart's office podcast series "Made in Science."

Prof. Sindermann’s research focuses on how digital and intelligent systems affect how information is created, shared, and processed — and in this conversation, she dives into one of today’s most important topics: the dual nature of social media for our mental well-being.

Whether you’re interested in psychology, digital media, social change or simply curious about how tech is shaping our minds — this episode offers insight and food for thought.

Listen to episode #53 here

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