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Weeklong social media breaks associated with improved mental health

A new study suggests that stepping away from social media, even for just one week, may help ease anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Read More

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

Yes, Social Media Might Be Making Kids Depressed

As rates of depression and suicide in youth spike, experts are asking whether social media makes kids depressed — or whether depressed kids simply spend more time on social media? A new study provides ... Read More

Maryland psychologist weighs in on new study that links social media use to teen mental health

A Maryland psychologist shared his thoughts on teen social media use after a new study out of the University of Cambridge suggested that adolescents with mental health conditions experience social ... Read More

Florida residents’ anxiety is linked to social media use and varies with age, a new study shows

Smartphones and social media may affect the habits and emotions of young people and key aspects of their brain development. Read More

Does one week off social media reduce depression and anxiety?

Could a one-week detox improve mental health? A new study says one in four young people reported less depression after being off the apps. View on euronews ... Read More

Is Social Media Making Children More Depressed? UCSF Research Suggests a Link

Higher social media usage could be linked to increased rates of depression among young adolescents, according to a new study published Wednesday by researchers at UCSF. The nationwide study, which ... 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

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

Study links climate anxiety to social media use

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 found a correlation between greater ... Read More