Social media can often be one of the first places people with anxiety turn for information and coping strategies. But is what they come across accurate or even helpful? While there have been several ...

As social media contains vast amounts of information, identifying which information is credible can be challenging. The study's data indicated that young adults may not be able to identify the ...

Meanwhile, many teens say they are online "almost constantly," and 1 in 5 report that social media platforms "hurt" their ...

A study by Stanford's Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR) on the effects of social media went viral on X over the ...

A new study suggests children who display addictive behaviors are have higher rates of suicidal thoughts, depression and ...

An FIU study found that, among those surveyed, only 18% reported their go-to social media accounts for anxiety information were run by health professionals.

Faulhaber says their study extends the current research on social media and provides a practical way for people to limit their use. For anyone looking to cut back, she recommends: Create awareness.

Limiting social media use over time has real benefits for your daily life. The researchers say it’s also important to be mindful of how and when we use these platforms. Future research could further ...

The findings showed that increased passive social media use was linked to higher levels of anxiety, depression and stress while creating and sharing content but without interacting directly with ...

For the study, they collected biennial data about social media use, social skills, and time spent with friends for hundreds of Norwegian children. This information was measured when the kids were ...

Teens are prone to social media use, and much of their interaction with peers takes place online — but those habits may be impacting their development. A new study found adolescents who checked ...

If you find that social media is causing more stress or anxiety than enjoyment, it may be time to consider alternative activities that make you feel better. If you enjoyed this story, be sure to ...