In today's digital landscape, social media has become an indispensable tool for communication, transforming the way we interact, share, and access information. This means that the digital age has ...

Nine-in-ten U.S. teens say they use YouTube. Majorities also use TikTok (63%), Instagram (61%) and Snapchat (55%).

But social media may also cause people to compare themselves to others, which can be dangerous because content is often ...

Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health 1. Comparison and Low Self-Esteem Seeing curated, filtered lives online can lead to unrealistic comparisons, making users feel inadequate or left out.

Texas Tech University System Chancellor Todd Mitchell claims quality of life has improved, but societal negativity persists. Mitchell attributes societal issues to social media's negative impact on ...

A recent report is showing the negative impact social media can have on a teenager's life, health experts say. The Centers for Disease Control reported over 75% of U.S. high school students use ...

Prince Harry spoke out about the dangers of social media and its harmful impact on children Tuesday, calling on shareholders of social media companies and parents to demand change. Speaking at the ...

Social media use is prevalent among young people, with up to 95% of youth ages 13 to 17 saying that they use a social media platform, and more than a third saying that they use social media ...

On Thursday, Nov. 14, the GPS Parent Series: Navigating Healthy Families will present “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Teens and How to Limit Its Impact” with author Kara Alaimo.

Chris Hoffman is adamant that the most urgent challenge facing educators today is how to curb the negative effects of social media and smartphone use on children and adolescents. “I don’t ...

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