Social Media News Why Social Media Screen Time Is So Bad For Sleep

New research says social media is wrecking kids’ brains

Parents, teachers and even kids themselves are describing a generation that cannot focus, cannot sleep and cannot look away from their phones, and new research is starting to explain why. A growing ... Read More

Social Media—Not Video Games—Tied to Rising Attention Problems in Teens, New Study Finds

New research suggests social media—not video games or TV—may be driving a rise in attention problems among teens. Learn what parents need to know and how to guide healthy screen habits. Read More

Study finds social media could alter teens' sleep patterns

A large study of more than 10,000 adolescents found age 13 marks a sharp rise in bedtime screen use. Teens were more likely to scroll, stream, and message in bed, leading to shorter and more disrupted ... Read More

Social media before bedtime wreaks havoc on sleep—a sleep researcher explains why screens alone aren't the main culprit

"Avoid screens before bed" is one of the most common pieces of sleep advice. But what if the real problem isn't screen time—it's the way we use social media at night? Sleep deprivation is one of the ... Read More

I owe my livelihood to social media. I'm still trying to limit my screen time. | Opinion

Social media has been shown to negatively impact mental health, attention spans, and political discourse. Despite its drawbacks, many people remain on social media for professional reasons and to ... Read More

Study Finds Mental Health Benefit to One-Week Social Media Break

Young adults who engaged in a social media “detox” reported reductions in depression, anxiety and insomnia, though it was unclear how long the effects would last. By Ellen Barry Dialing down the use ... Read More