Social Media News Do Smartphones And Social Media Really Harm Teens’ Mental Health

Social Media Mindsets: Mental health care specialists weigh-in on student device usage

Area mental health specialists say it’s best for parents to set rules and expectations about cell phone and social media use when their children begin using them. “It needs to start as soon as you ... Read More

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

Social media use drives distrust among Gen Z teenage girls

Social media use in adolescence is linked to delayed bedtimes, negative self-image and, especially among teenage girls, greater distrust, a new UCL study shows. Read More

Banning Social Media

Some lawmakers and schools are resorting to tech bans. Read More

Nearly half of teens say social media is bad for youth mental health, report finds

New York (CNN) — The impact of social media on young people’s mental health and well-being is a growing topic of concern among parents, educators, health care professionals and regulators. And now, ... 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

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

Study reveals surprising mental health benefits of social media

The impact of social media frequently sparks controversy, with headlines often highlighting negative effects such as anxiety, cyberbullying, misinformation and addiction concerns. The issue has even ... Read More

The Age Experts Warn Smartphones Start to Harm Kids’ Mental Health

Getting a smartphone before the age of 13 may have lasting consequences for mental health, according to a new study that analyzed data from more than 100,000 young people worldwide. The research, ... Read More

District: More Grand Forks students seek mental health information on social media

GRAND FORKS – Mental health misinformation on social media platforms has led to an increase in students self-diagnosing, according to the Grand Forks Public Schools behavioral health and wellness ... Read More

Social Media for Teens: Protection or a New Victorian Moral Code?

A wave of proposed social media bans for young people has swept the globe recently, fuelled by mounting concern about the apparent harm the likes of TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat can cause to ... Read More