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Frequent use of photo filters is linked to increased muscle dysmorphia symptoms, particularly among boys and young men.
A new study has found that frequent social media use is linked to increased social media-related nightmares, which are associated with higher anxiety, lower peace of mind, and poorer sleep quality.
New research suggests social media algorithms can both reduce and increase loneliness, depending on how responsive users perceive these algorithms to be to their needs and identity.
A study found that TikTok users who actively engage with appearance and eating-related content are more likely to exhibit eating disorder symptoms, potentially influenced by the platform's content recommendation algorithms and the ensuing social comparisons.
A large, global study found that people with internet access generally report higher levels of life satisfaction, positive experiences, and social well-being compared to those without internet access.
A recent study investigated how deactivating Facebook and Instagram before the 2020 U.S. presidential election affected political knowledge, attitudes, and behavior.
A study found that young women who took a one-week break from social media experienced significantly higher self-esteem and body image, especially those prone to thin-ideal internalization, highlighting the mental health benefits of temporary social media detoxes.
New research suggests the strongest signals of romantic commitment on social media come from actions that counter attractive alternatives, highlighting the importance of eliminating negative influences over simply posting about or liking a partner's content.
Reducing social media use to one hour per day for three weeks significantly improved mental health in young adults experiencing emotional distress, with decreases in depression, anxiety, and fear of missing out, along with better sleep quality.
Following health influencers is associated with more vigorous exercise and higher fruit and vegetable intake but also increased distress, especially among those following food- and diet-related influencers.
A study revealed that 61% of German drivers use their smartphones while driving. Those with a higher fear of missing out, problematic smartphone habits, or Dark Triad personality traits—narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy—are especially prone to this risky behavior.
Social media use among adolescents does not impair social skills and is linked to increased offline interactions with friends, according to new research.
A four-week intervention with over 500 college students reduced social media addiction by encouraging reflection, goal-setting, and personalized strategies.
A study in Nature reveals that online conversations become more toxic over time across all social media platforms, regardless of the topic or platform specifics. Surprisingly, this toxicity does not deter user engagement but rather seems to sustain it.
A new study has found that women who view themselves as objects are more likely to respond negatively to other women's selfies, particularly when they believe those selfies are posted for attention.