Millions of people nationwide use the social media app, TikTok. According to an Oxford Economics study, more than 2.4 million ...

Repeated exposure to distressing content on social media platforms is linked to secondary trauma, anxiety, and emotional ...

When users see idealized images of appearance on social media and compare themselves to those images, they are much more likely to experience negative body image and, in turn, a host of ...

Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential ...

“Social Studies,” an eye-opening new docuseries, gives viewers a shocking glimpse into the disastrous effects of teenagers’ online addiction, from solicited nudes to revenge porn.

Eating disorders and social media use are two big concerns when it comes to teens. Here is what the research and experts say about the connection between the two.

Using social media platforms for long periods has little to no association with mental health indicators like depression, anxiety and stress, according to new research. However, another recently ...

In today’s hyperconnected world, social media has woven itself into nearly every aspect of daily life. From sharing moments with friends to keeping up with global news, platforms like Instagram ...

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 ...

Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential ...

For example, social media can contribute to reduced quality and quantity of sleep. It can also crowd out other important responsibilities such as schoolwork and time with family and friends. Even kids ...

They can share dangerous behavior, which can influence what you start to see as normal. “Social media can definitely increase the frequency that kids are looking at images that have been edited ...