Everyone’s on Social Media, but Teens Are the Most Active—That’s Not Good

Data shows that 95% of teens ages 13-17 use social media. “It’s near ubiquitous,” said Dr. Jason Nagata, a pediatrician at UCSF ... Read More

The teen social media crisis is here. What now?

Teens are primarily drawn to platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook “to connect with others, share personal or negative experiences, and form new online friendships,” says ... Read More

From DMs to Drugs: How social media fuels teen addiction

The Drug Enforcement Administration says criminal drug networks are abusing social media to expand their reach, create new markets, and target new clientele. Read More

‘We’re Aware That Being on Our Phones Isn’t a Good Thing’: Teens Are Slowly Starting to Unplug — On Their Own Terms

Teenagers aren’t blind to the toll their phones take on their mental health. On the contrary, they’re painfully aware of it. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy to unplug. “We’re aware that being on our ... Read More

Teens’ addictive use of social media affects mental health

Most teenagers have 24/7 access to a popular drug. They are high off it for hours a day and carry it in their pockets everywhere they go. The drug? Social media. From making calls to getting ... Read More

The Online Behaviors Most Harmful to Kids’ Mental Health, According to a New Survey

Children who post publicly online even occasionally are more likely than their peers to report feeling depressed and anxious and get too little sleep, according to the results of a new, large-scale ... Read More

My 4-year-old asked for a smartphone. Here's what I did next as a parent. | Opinion

Children often mimic the technology habits of adults around them. Adults should model healthy technology habits by being present with children and limiting their own screen time. Experts recommend ... Read More

Why teens are so stressed, according to an expert

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, help is available. Dial or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free and confidential support. As teens head back to school this fall, ... Read More

Social media isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially for teens with mental health conditions

Teens with diagnosed mental health conditions spend roughly 50 minutes more on social media each day. Those with internalizing conditions report more social comparison, mood shifts from feedback, and ... Read More

What to know about the rise of mental health misinformation on social media

In recent years, people have become more comfortable sharing their personal experiences about mental health, a sign that stigma around it is diminishing. On Instagram and TikTok combined, there are ... Read More