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Teen Social Media Use Tied to Anxiety, Depression

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-15T09:26:02.947496+05:30

- Teenagers' use of social media is strongly linked to higher levels of anxiety and depression, according to a study by Oxford University. - The study found that about 60% of 16-18 year olds spend 2-4 hours daily on social media. - The most used platforms were Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, WhatsApp, and YouTube. - The research also concluded that increasing sleep and exercise could greatly improve mental health. - The study is part of a larger project examining the mental health of 50,000 UK youths over 10 years. Source: [Financial Times](https://www.ft.com/content/bced2138-366b-448f-ab12-3c068199145a)

Teenagers' use of social media is strongly linked to higher levels of anxiety and depression, according to a study by Oxford University.
The study found that about 60% of 16-18 year olds spend 2-4 hours daily on social media.
The most used platforms were Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, WhatsApp, and YouTube.
The research also concluded that increasing sleep and exercise could greatly improve mental health.
The study is part of a larger project examining the mental health of 50,000 UK youths over 10 years.

Source: Financial Times