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

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

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

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

She Started the Debate About Kids and Phones. Now She Wants to End It.

The researcher and author Jean Twenge has a prescription for the harmful effects of screen time on children. If only parents would listen. By Catherine Pearson Jean Twenge’s three teenage daughters ... 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

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

Report: Social media connects Southern teens but barriers remain

In Georgia and across the South, social media has become a vital space for teens to connect, express themselves and learn about mental health. But a new report points to an important shortcoming. The ... 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

Is social media doing more harm than good?

Social media apps are pictured on an iPhone in Salt Lake City on March 11, 2024. As concerns about mental health, misinformation and online addiction grow, many are asking whether the platforms we use ... Read More

Should Teens Be Banned From Social Media?

Recent years have seen alarming increases in youth self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Parents, educators, and mental health experts are naturally concerned, and many blame social media. Governments have ... Read More