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Mar 21, 2024 · During face-to-face interactions, social anxiety involves an intense fear which precipitates impaired communication and avoidance. Social media provides an alternate, potentially less anxiety-provoking communication venue. The relationship between social anxiety and social media is unclear.
Dec 15, 2017 · Many of the pressures teenagers feel from social media are actually consistent with developmentally normal concerns around social standing and self-expression. A Link Between Social Media and Mental Health Concerns
May 12, 2024 · A growing number of studies have reported that problematic social networking use (PSNU) is strongly associated with anxiety symptoms. However, due to the presence of multiple anxiety subtypes, existing research findings on the extent of this association vary widely, leading to a lack of consensus.
Sep 1, 2023 · As youth mental health continues to suffer, parents, teachers, and legislators are sounding the alarm on social media. But fear and misinformation often go hand in hand. APA’s recommendations aim to add science-backed balance to the discussion.
Oct 31, 2023 · Although social media use may contribute to negative mental health outcomes, it is also possible that individuals who are already experiencing symptoms of anxiety and loneliness may use social media as a coping mechanism or to seek social support.
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Feb 20, 2024 · Recent studies suggest a causal link between teen social media use and reduced well-being. Now, some researchers are looking into possible mechanisms.
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Jan 1, 2021 · Socially anxious (SA) and lonely (LO) individuals use social media to compensate for lacking in-person relationships. SA and LO individuals do not necessarily receive the support they seek online. Problematic social media use (SMU) is commonly defined in terms of high frequency and/or passive use.
