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15 lis 2023 · Key points. While social media has been tied to negative outcomes for youth, new research highlights the positive. Despite the prevalence of social media, the fundamental need for connection...
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.
1 paź 2023 · The positive impact of social media on youth is evident in enhanced communication and connectivity, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Social media platforms provide a wealth...
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.
1 cze 2017 · Therefore, utilizing the positive youth development (PYD) framework, this study examines the role of Facebook communications in developing six traits—competence, confidence, connection, character, compassion, and contribution—and their effects on youth civic engagement by analyzing a 4-H club case.
1 lip 2020 · Rigorous analyses of 2,155 real-time assessments showed that the association between social media use and affective well-being differs strongly across adolescents: While 44% did not feel better...
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.
