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Online platforms can be a breeding ground for cyberbullying, which can have severe consequences for mental health, including depression, anxiety, and feelings of isolation.

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Cyberbullying

Online platforms can be a breeding ground for cyberbullying, which can have severe consequences for mental health, including depression, anxiety, and feelings of isolation.

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Excessive screen time, especially before bed, can interfere with sleep patterns and lead to poor sleep quality, which can further exacerbate mental health issues.

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Sleep disturbance

Excessive screen time, especially before bed, can interfere with sleep patterns and lead to poor sleep quality, which can further exacerbate mental health issues.

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Studies have shown a correlation between high social media use and increased symptoms of anxiety and depression. This may be due to factors like cyberbullying, the constant pressure to present a curated online image, and the addictive nature of social media platforms.

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Increased Anxiety and Depression:

Studies have shown a correlation between high social media use and increased symptoms of anxiety and depression. This may be due to factors like cyberbullying, the constant pressure to present a curated online image, and the addictive nature of social media platforms.

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Over-reliance on online interactions can hinder the development of real-world social skills, making it harder to navigate relationships and build strong connections.

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Difficulty with Social Skills:

Over-reliance on online interactions can hinder the development of real-world social skills, making it harder to navigate relationships and build strong connections.

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Social media use may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, specifically in teens and young adults

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Social media use may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, specifically in teens and young adults

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Heavy use of social media has been linked to decreased self-esteem and an increased risk of developing mental health issues.Jun 27, 2023

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Heavy use of social media has been linked to decreased self-esteem and an increased risk of developing mental health issues.Jun 27, 2023

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therapyutah.org

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Heavy use of social media has been linked to decreased self-esteem and an increased risk of developing mental health issues.

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Heavy use of social media has been linked to decreased self-esteem and an increased risk of developing mental health issues.

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Social media use may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, specifically in teens and young adults

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Social media use may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, specifically in teens and young adults

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therapyutah.org

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1 out of every 5 young people suffers from some form of diagnosable mental illness.

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About 19% of young people contemplate or attempt suicide each year.

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About 19% of young people contemplate or attempt suicide each year.

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Suicide is the third leading cause of death among people ages 15–24, and the second leading cause of death in college students ages 20–24.

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Suicide is the third leading cause of death among people ages 15–24, and the second leading cause of death in college students ages 20–24.

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Eyestrain, hand or wrist pain, and sleep deprivation are common symptoms when spending so much time on our devices or in front of screens.

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Eyestrain, hand or wrist pain, and sleep deprivation are common symptoms when spending so much time on our devices or in front of screens.

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97 percent of 3- to 18-year-olds had home internet access, according to the American Community Survey (ACS). Specifically, 93 percent had access through a computer,1 and 4 percent relied on a smartphone for home internet access

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97 percent of 3- to 18-year-olds had home internet access, according to the American Community Survey (ACS). Specifically, 93 percent had access through a computer,1 and 4 percent relied on a smartphone for home internet access

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Spending excessive time on digital devices can lead to decreased time spent with friends and family in person, potentially resulting in feelings of social isolation and loneliness. Excessive technology use has been linked to a higher risk of developing other mental health issues, including ADHD and eating disorders.