As teens spend more time on social media platforms, it’s vital to examine the deeper psychological impacts that often go unnoticed. While these platforms offer ways to connect and express, they also pose serious risks like anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal.
📱 Key Psychological Harms:
Social Comparison: Seeing others’ curated lives can lead to feelings of inadequacy.
Digital Addiction: Excessive screen time reduces sleep quality and focus.
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): Constant updates fuel anxiety and restlessness.