Psychologists and the U.S. Surgeon General are warning against the mental health risks for kids and teenagers using social media. Here’s what you need to know.
Why social media is dangerous for kids' brains
Sleep deprivation can be more dangerous for adolescents than adults, for example. So can disruptions that keep kids from doing their schoolwork or engaging in real-world social interactions. That's not to mention the prevalence of cyberbullying, discrimination, hate speech and posts promoting self-harm that teens could regularly interact with, according to the APA. Such content is harmful to both its intended targets and"anyone who is witnessing those posts, as well," says Prinstein.
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