The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

Social media has become a ubiquitous part of our daily lives, but what impact is it having on our mental health? There is a growing body of research that suggests social media use may be linked to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

On the other hand, some argue that social media can have positive effects, such as providing a sense of community and support, and connecting individuals with similar interests and experiences.

What do you think? Has social media impacted your mental health in any way? How do you manage your social media use to ensure it doesn't negatively impact your well-being? Do you believe social media has a net positive or negative effect on mental health?

Parents
  • It hasn’t impacted on my mental health in any way. I am in control of what I see. I would say that it has helped my physical health though, as I stumbled across reels on IG that led me to start exercising a new way which I enjoy.

    I have FB which is mainly to keep in contact with family, and where I am a member of a few useful groups. IG I occasionally post to, or scroll through looking at the things I’m interested in. Social media is what you make it. If you surround yourself with negative people, it’s only going to upset you.

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  • It hasn’t impacted on my mental health in any way. I am in control of what I see. I would say that it has helped my physical health though, as I stumbled across reels on IG that led me to start exercising a new way which I enjoy.

    I have FB which is mainly to keep in contact with family, and where I am a member of a few useful groups. IG I occasionally post to, or scroll through looking at the things I’m interested in. Social media is what you make it. If you surround yourself with negative people, it’s only going to upset you.

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