Social Media News More Children Are Depressed And Anxious Is Social Media Really Behind It

Does social media really take away your sleep and peace? Know how badly it affects children's health.

Spending too much time on social media apps can increase problems like body dissatisfaction, eating disorders and low self-esteem. This is especially worrying for teenage girls. In today's era, social ... Read More

Social media's impact on children topic of panel discussion on 'Anxious Generation'

University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg communications professor Jessica Ghilani likens the design of social media platforms to casinos without windows. The introduction of algorithmic sorting to ... Read More

Six expert-backed books to help parents guide children through the social media ban

With Australia’s social media ban due to kick off this week, parents are questioning how they can guide their kids through the change – and engage them in ways that don’t involve a screen. Read More

Should our children be banned from using social media?

Millions of children encounter dangerous online threats while using their swipe and scroll functions every day. They meet predators and experience mental health challenges. Modern social media ... Read More

Is Social Media Making Teens Depressed?

Over the past two decades, social media has become an integral part of the adolescent experience. But this rising use is not without its consequences. From 2011 to 2021, there was a 50 percent ... Read More

Social media, screen time linked to depression in teens, study says

Experts recommend parents engage with their kids about their online activities. For today's youth, taking a selfie is like second nature. But their connections with social media may be skewing their ... Read More

Social Media and the Rise of Mental Health Problems

Much has been said about rises in mental health problems reported by younger people over the past 20 years. It is estimated that the prevalence of anxiety for 18-to-25-year-olds was about 8% in 2008, ... Read More

Study links climate anxiety to social media use

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A new University at Buffalo-led study suggests greater social media use is linked to emotional distress caused by the perceived threats of climate change. The study, published Monday ... Read More