“Their study indicates that the quick, fragmented nature of such videos might interfere with one’s ability to maintain sustained attention and cognitive control, which is crucial for tasks that require focused mental effort.”

“Their short video durations make binge-watching effortless, as users can quickly consume multiple videos in a short time. Hyper-personalized algorithms for recommending videos to users [...]”

“These factors can also make users more likely to experience feelings of withdrawal when they are not using the platforms. The more intense the feelings of withdrawal, the more likely users are to increase their use of short-form videos.”

“First, youth are markedly susceptible to the effects of short-form video applications. Drawn to their entertainment and relaxation-promoting features, they often use these platforms as coping mechanisms to manage the stresses and challenges of daily life. This behavior has been linked to a decline in academic motivation, evident in reduced enthusiasm for learning and disengagement in classroom settings. Second, Arab youth particularly are prolific users of social media platforms and are simultaneously recognized as a group at heightened risk for various mental health issues, including depression and suicidal tendencies.”

“Excessive use may lead to many psychological problems, such as distraction, poor time management, and reduced learning time”

“Internet addiction can be described as “a disorder in which an individual’s inability to control his or her use of Internet causes marked distress and/or functional impairment and that furthermore creates psychological, social, school and/or work difficulties” (Burnay et al., 2015, p. 28).”

“Thus, short-form videos afford students to procrastinate in high-demanding tasks, such as academic assignment and self-regulated learning”

“As adolescents engage with highly curated and appearance-focused content, their self-image becomes increasingly susceptible to external validation and comparison.”

“[...] media is used to fulfill emotional and identity-related needs (Bhatiasevi, 2024). However, when used for social validation, especially in an environment that promotes perfectionism and popularity metrics (likes, views), self-worth can be compromised (Dingemans et al., 2023).”

“[Likes and follower counts] metrics to maintain platform engagement capitalizes on youths’ vulnerabilities and likely leads to problematic use.”

“Youths’ developing cortical system (particularly in the brain’s inhibitory control network) makes them less capable of resisting impulses or stopping themselves [...] making decisions based on short-term gain, lower appreciation of long-term risks, and interference with focus on tasks that require concentration.”

“use and retention of youths’ data without appropriate parental consent, and/or child assent in developmentally appropriate language”

“This dissatisfaction also plays an essential role in disordered eating attitudes since it provokes emotional and psychological distress”

“Nevertheless, substantial studies have shown that economic interests are linked with the promotion of dieting in social media, or even surgery”

“not only entertains but also shapes adolescents' perceptions of self and others (Barta & Andalibi, 2021). As adolescents engage with highly curated and appearance-focused content, their self-image becomes increasingly susceptible to external validation and comparison (Wong & McLellan, 2024).”

“[...] media is used to fulfill emotional and identity-related needs (Bhatiasevi, 2024). However, when used for social validation, especially in an environment that promotes perfectionism and popularity metrics (likes, views), self-worth can be compromised (Dingemans et al., 2023).”

“[...] social media addiction levels of the participants were found to negatively predict their self-esteem and body image levels.”

“In a study conducted by Woods and Scott with 467 adolescents, it was found that adolescents with high levels of social media use had low self-esteem”

“The way SFV [short form videos] was designed would fill an individual's mental buffer and eliminate useful information for superficial ones.”

“This decreased attention span has been (not so affectionately) referred to as ‘TikTok Brain.’”

“Emerging research suggests that watching short-form videos make it difficult for children to engage in activities that don’t offer instant—and constant—gratification.”

“Social media allows individuals to upload idealized versions of themselves on their accounts; these images are often exaggerated with the use of filters and edits. Repeated exposure to these images leads to an increase in social comparison and internalization of these beauty ideals and thus leads to worsening dissatisfaction with body image. Body dissatisfaction has unfortunately been linked to psychological stress, which can result in a variety of psychological disorders, such as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and anorexia nervosa”

“The way SFV [short form videos] was designed would fill an individual's mental buffer and eliminate useful information for superficial ones.”