IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON MENTAL HEALTH
Keywords:
Keywords Social media, Mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Social comparasion, Body image, Sleep Duaturbance, Digital Lifestyle, Emotional and well- being, Social Isolation, Screen time, Online communication, youth and social media, negative effects of social media, FOMO(Fear of Missing out), Social Networks, Psychological impactAbstract
Annotation:Over the past 20 years, social media has fundamentally altered how
people engage, communicate, and get information. Social media sites like Facebook
have significantly altered how people interact, communicate, and get information
during the past 20 years, especially among younger generations. Social media sites
such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Snapchat have become a part of
daily life, especially for younger generations. Despite the fact that social media offers
numerous benefits, like instant communication, entertainment, and emotional support,
there are serious concerns regarding its potential impact on mental health. This article
examines the benefits and drawbacks of social media for mental health while providing
practical guidance for maintaining a healthy digital lifestyle.During the article people
can get information about mental health issues in real life
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