Recent research shows that reducing social media use for at least one week can lower rates of anxiety, depression, and ...

The impact of social media frequently sparks controversy, with headlines often highlighting negative effects such as anxiety, cyberbullying, misinformation and addiction concerns. The issue has even ...

Whether you generally enjoy using social media or not, doing so is having an impact on your life. With this in mind, I ...

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 ...

“The issues arising from social media use are affecting people’s lives and in the absence of funding, a lot of important ...

You’re not alone if you feel mentally off after eyeballing yet another social media influencer’s dream vacation content or their impressive party spread they effortlessly whipped up. But while ...

Does using social media have a positive or negative effect on our wellbeing? Some research suggests that social media might have a positive influence on life satisfaction, while other research ...

A recent study underscored the suggestion that taking a break from social media can be beneficial for your mental health — even if it’s just for a short time. The study was first published in JAMA ...

Problematic social media use (PSMU) shares many features of other behavioral addictions. PSMU was recently reviewed in the official journal of the American Society of Addiction Medicine by National ...

Social media has become a daily companion for communication, information, and expression. While it offers many benefits, excessive use without moderation can negatively impact physical health, ...