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Too much time on social media apps can lead to an increase in body dissatisfaction, eating disorders and low self-esteem. While this is particularly concerning for teen girls, reports show that 46% of teens 13 to 17 years old said social media made them feel worse about their bodies.
Recent studies suggest a causal link between teen social media use and reduced well-being. Now, some researchers are looking into possible mechanisms.
Unfortunately, the bad effects of social media are all too real for a lot of us. Let's look at the negative impacts of social media on real people, so you can recognize these symptoms and get help if needed.
Social media can be a malevolent force in modern life that facilitates political division and crime and undermines psychological health. No one seriously disputes the harms caused by social...
How do you think social media affects your mental health? What has your experience been on different social media apps? Are there apps that have a more positive or negative effect on your...
Too much refined sugar can cause a cascade of medical problems; too much social media can also affect health — especially mental health. Beyond sheer volume, social media interactions are qualitatively different from in-person meetings.
A striking decline in teen mental health has coincided with the rise of smartphones and social media. Is social media causing the mental health challenges? Finally, research can answer that...