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More time on social media means more anxiety, depression for teens—especially girls

Medical Xpress
September 15, 2026(about 1 month ago)

Research indicates that increased social media use correlates with higher rates of anxiety and depression in teenagers, with girls experiencing greater impacts than boys. The article presents findings relevant to understanding how social media consumption affects adolescent mental health.

More time on social media means more anxiety, depression for teens—especially girls  Medical Xpress