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The Potential Benefits of Social Media Use Among Children and Adolescents. Social media can provide benefits for some youth by providing positive community and connection with others who share identities, abilities, and interests.
25 sty 2018 · The findings of this research suggest that relevant adults can support young people to realize more of the positive impacts of social media through an understanding of the importance and essential dynamism of content and how: (i) the interactive functionalities of social media shape what health-related information is accessible to young people ...
1 wrz 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.
25 mar 2024 · One of the tasks of this report is to summarize the effect of social media on adolescents and children, including its influence on their education, social development, and family dynamics.
6 sty 2020 · On the other hand, a growing body of research has demonstrated that social media use is negatively associated with mental health and well-being, particularly among young people—for example, it may contribute to increased risk of depression and anxiety symptoms.
The study results highlight the integral role of social media in the lives of today’s youth and indicate that they can offer opportunities for positive influence, personal expression, and social support, thus contributing to positive mental health among youth.
20 kwi 2020 · In a review of 43 studies in young people, many benefits of social media were cited, including increased self-esteem and opportunities for self-disclosure (Best et al. 2014). Yet, reported negative effects were an increased exposure to harm, social isolation, depressive symptoms, and bullying (Best et al. 2014).
