In today’s hyperconnected world, teens are growing up with smartphones in their hands and the internet in their pockets. For ...

For today's teenagers, social media isn't just a pastime; it's a fundamental part of their social fabric, a digital extension of their lives. From TikTok dances to Instagram stories and Snapchat ...

Much has been said about rises in mental health problems reported by younger people over the past 20 years. It is estimated ...

One of the first studies in this area to use clinical-level diagnoses reveals a range of differences between young people with and without mental health conditions when it comes to social media ...

Social media platforms have fundamentally changed how we connect and consume information, often at the cost of our mental well-being. Studies consistently link excessive social media use to ...

Parents are more worried than teens about teen mental health. Both groups – especially parents – partly blame social media. But teens also see benefits.

A new study has challenged the perception heavy social media use has a significant impact on mental health, finding little to no relationship between the two. In fact, not only does the research ...

Social media’s effects on the mental health of young people are not well understood. That hasn’t stopped Congress, state legislatures, and the U.S. surgeon general from moving ahead with age ...

02 April 2025 Do smartphones and social media really harm teens’ mental health? Researchers are debating the strength of evidence connecting technology to surging rates of adolescent mental illness.

If social media use is negatively affecting your mood, sleep, or relationships, it is important to seek guidance from a mental health professional. Help is available — and taking that first step ...

Social media can have a range of effects on your well-being — both positive and negative. Our guide offers tips on using social media to benefit you.

Social media bans could deny teenagers mental health help Social media can be helpful for some young people. By Daniel Chang / KFF Health News Published Aug 8, 2024 8:00 AM EDT ...