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Social media can negatively affect your body image, but it also has some positive aspects. And it can, in some ways, positively influence your body image.
Social media can have a range of effects on well-being — both positive and negative. Our guide offers tips on using social media to benefit you.
Technology can have some adverse effects on your health, but there are ways to reduce the negative side effects so that you can still enjoy the benefits of technology. We explore some of the cons ...
Social media allows people to communicate with other people, no matter the distance between them. [1] Some adolescents with social and emotional issues feel more included with social media and online activities. [2] Social media can give people a sense of belonging which can lead to an increase in identity development.
Experts from many different fields have conducted research and held debates about how using social media affects mental health. Research suggests that mental health issues arising from social media use affect women more than men and vary according to the particular social media platform used, although it does affect every age and gender demographic in different ways. Psychological or ...
Social media. Social media app icons on a smartphone screen. Social media are interactive technologies that facilitate the creation, sharing and aggregation of content (such as ideas, interests, and other forms of expression) amongst virtual communities and networks. [1][2] Common features include: [2] Online platforms that enable users to ...
Social media addiction is becoming more commonplace, and it may have serious repercussions to your physical and mental health. Learn how to identify this type of addiction and what you can do ...
Studies have shown that more time on social media can lower mood and increase mental health issues. There is a simple solution: Try to limit your time online. A 2018 study found that people who ...