Health News Excessive Smartphone Use Can Negatively Impact Teen S Mental Health, Researchers Find

Experts warn: Smartphones before 13 could harm mental health for life

Getting a smartphone before age 13 may drastically increase the risk of poor mental health later in life, according to data from more than 100,000 people. Early use is linked to suicidal thoughts, ... Read More

More evidence that school phone bans help students' well-being

On the heels of wider acceptance of school phone bans and taking "digital breaks," South Australian experts have produced more evidence of the potential benefits to student well-being, mental health ... Read More

Can You Really ‘Rot’ Your Brain by Scrolling Too Much on Your Smartphone?

While that message has been spread on social media, researchers are just beginning to understand how the devices affect the mind Amber X. Chen - AAAS Mass Media Fellow Research on how smartphone use ... Read More

Youth screen use can cause family conflict, exacerbate mental health problems

The presence of cellphones can have a negative impact on family relationships and youth mental health, according to two new studies from the University of Georgia. Subscribe to our newsletter for the ... Read More

Online connections hold double-edged impact on teen mental health, study finds

While adolescents and teens around the world are more socially connected than ever through online social networking sites, they also report more feelings of depression, anxiety and related mental ... Read More

Study links excessive screen time to poor mental health in kids

ATLANTA, Ga. (WRBL) — A new Pew Research study finds a strong link between increased screen time and declining mental health — with 4 out of 10 parents saying they wish they had done more to help ... Read More

Ask Dr. Steve: Teen mental health in the Social Media Age: A Parent’s Survival Guide

Parenting teenagers has always been challenging, but today’s parents face an unprecedented dilemma: protecting teens from digital dangers while respecting their need for independence and social ... Read More

Social media isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially for teens with mental health conditions

Teens with diagnosed mental health conditions spend roughly 50 minutes more on social media each day. Those with internalizing conditions report more social comparison, mood shifts from feedback, and ... Read More

Can You Really ‘Rot’ Your Brain by Scrolling Too Much on Your Smartphone?

Back in June, health influencer Brendan Ruh posted on Instagram that, “Brain rot isn’t just a meme now. It’s real. And it’s literally shrinking your brain.” In the post, Ruh claimed two or more hours ... Read More