Social Media Apps Blamed by Many Teens for Mental Health Struggles

Teen girls were more likely than boys to report that social media has harmed their mental health (25% vs. 14%), and they were also more likely to say it negatively affects their confidence (20% vs ... Read More

Even some teens say social media is hurting their mental health - MSN

Teens also noted that social media is taking up more of their time and focus: 45 percent said they spend too much time on social media — up from 36 percent in the 2022 Pew survey — and teen ... Read More

New survey shows teens recognize social media's risks, 'hacking ... - WBFF

Teen girls are more likely than boys to say social media hurts their mental health (25% vs. 14%), confidence (20% vs. 10%) or sleep (50% vs. 40%). “We always talk about girls and eating ... Read More

Survey provides insight into how teens view social media, how it ...

A Pew Research Center survey found 48% of teens see social media as mostly negative for their peers. That’s up from 32% a few years ago. But just 14% of teens see the same downside of social ... Read More

More than 4 in 10 teens say social media harms their sleep

According to a study by the Pew Research Center, more than 4 in 10 teenagers (45%) recognize that, generally speaking, social networks harm the amount of sleep they get. But that's not their only ... Read More

Growing concern amongst teens about impact of social media “it wreaks ...

Still, there was a nearly 10% increase (45%) in the amount of teens who think they spend too much time on the apps, and 44% report limiting the time they spend on their phones and on social media. Read More

How social media fuels teen anxiety | Parentally Speaking

Social media is linked to rising teen anxiety, poor self-esteem, and sleep disruption. Learn how to support your teen’s mental health. Read More

Tackling social media’s impact on teens’ mental health

Social media is pervasive in the lives of adults and adolescents alike: beyond simply being communication and image-sharing platforms, the likes of Instagram, YouTube and Facebook have become ... Read More

FX documentary 'Social Studies' is the after-school special we need ...

Lauren Greenfield’s latest project, “Social Studies,” is a five-part docuseries that looks at teen social media use and its effects. It premieres Friday at Telluride and comes to FX on Sept. 27. Read More

Even some teens say social media is hurting their mental health

Teens also noted that social media is taking up more of their time and focus: 45 percent said they spend too much time on social media — up from 36 percent in the 2022 Pew survey — and teen ... Read More