Heavy use of smartphones, internet, and many social media platforms can have debilitating effects on our neural processing, ...

Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential impact on kids, particularly those in their early teens. Now researchers are ...

There is no single cause of eating disorders. However, research suggests that social media may sometimes be a contributing factor, as some content on social media platforms can promote thinness and ...

The UK government has launched a consultation on introducing an Australian-style ban on social media for under-16s. The proposal is framed as a bold response to rising concerns about young people's ...

Social media usage among teens is more prevalent than ever before. In recent years, researchers have begun investigating how much social media affects teen weight concerns and body image issues. A new ...

You might think scrolling through your favorite apps is harmless enough. Maybe you're just passing time, staying connected, ...

Scrolling through social media can often led to a barrage of "perfect" bodies, unattainable beauty standards, and ads for products you didn't ask for. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are ...

A trial will finally reveal whether limiting the time teens spend on social media really does affect their mental health ...

This article explains how social media influences mood, sleep and stress, with practical tips for mindful use and support.

Girls between the ages of 13 and 19 are widely exposed to beauty content online that promotes products unsuitable for young ...

Ever since social media burst on the scene in the early 2000s, parents and health experts have worried about the potential impact on kids, particularly those in their early teens. Now researchers are ...