Young people's mental health may depend on how they use social media, rather than how much time they spend using it, according to a new study by University of B.C. researchers. The research, led ...

Negative Impacts of Social Media on Teen Self-Esteem Constant Social Comparison: Teens often compare themselves to others on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or Snapchat, where most people only ...

Dr. Nilesh R. Parmar is the founder of NP Consulting, providing consulting and marketing services to the dental and healthcare industry. The rise of social media has profoundly impacted various ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Social media has become an integral part of modern life, but excessive use can lead to addiction and negatively impact mental health, experts warn.

The survey, distributed to 1,391 U.S. teens ages 13 to 17 in the fall of 2024, found 48% agree social media has a largely negative effect on teens — up from 32% in 2022.

Social media is an evolutionary novelty, like M&M’s, e-cigarettes, fentanyl and H-bombs. Each comes with novel risks to health and well-being to which humans are entirely unaccustomed.

Social media's impact on teen mental health is concerning. Parents can help by setting boundaries, encouraging offline activities, and fostering open communication.

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., spoke on bipartisan legislation he introduced Tuesday to warn parents about the harmful effects of social media, saying his efforts are "common sense." Fetterman and ...

Prince Harry Says “Harmful Effects of Social Media Are Made by Design” The Duke of Sussex spoke after his foundation's launch of the social media support and advocacy group, The Parents Network.

Social media needs to be restricted for the negative impact on our mental and physical health. Our society today heavily relies on social media which is taking a toll on their mental and physical ...

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, nearly half ...