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How social media is shaping teen confidence and identity

Teens with declining or low self-confidence may withdraw socially. 7News spoke to an expert on what parents should do. Read More

Understanding "Reverse Body Dysmorphia": Social Media Term vs. Clinical Reality

Reverse body dysmorphia refers to having a positive self-image while ignoring "flaws." Learn how it's used, how it affects body image, and when to get help. Read More

Body Image and Social Media

Being bombarded with messages and images focusing on appearance and status is not new to this generation of young people. Indeed, decades of research demonstrate that exposure to narrow beauty ... Read More

Social media giants ask judge to scroll past youth mental health crisis

YouTube, Facebook, TikTok and Snapchat are seeking to escape the first trial over whether social media apps constitute a public nuisance. Read More

How social media fuels teen anxiety | Parentally Speaking

Social media was meant to help us feel more connected, but for today’s teens, it’s often doing the opposite. While apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat offer opportunities for self-expression, ... Read More

Selena Gomez Gives Advice for Protecting Mental Health on Social Media: “It’s So Important to Take Breaks”

The 'Only Murders in the Building' star hosted her third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit on Wednesday, in support of youth mental health. Read More

Social Media's Double Impact on Mental Health: Connecting, Isolating, and How to Find Balance

With the world becoming more interconnected, social media platforms are now a commonplace aspect of our everyday life. They offer previously unheard-of chances to interact with communities focused on ... Read More

The teen social media crisis is here. What now?

Whether reconnecting with old friends, sharing life's milestones with loved ones or networking among work colleagues, social media has become indispensable for many adults and can be both a convenient ... Read More

Is Social Media Stress Affecting Gen Z’s Heart and Mental Health?

Gen Z lives its life in the world of social media. Young people spend hours a day online on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube. Although these sites allow them to remain in touch, exchange ... Read More

Mental health warnings on social media? Minnesota will require them next year

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Olivia Kanavati might think about social media more than she uses it. The 17-year-old from a Twin Cities suburb uses an app that tracks how many times a day she opens social media on ... Read More

Is Social Media Making You Hate Your Body?

Scrolling through social media can often led to a barrage of "perfect" bodies, unattainable beauty standards, and ads for products you didn't ask for. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are ... Read More