Psychological Effects of Social Media
Define and explain how this mental health condition has been strongly linked to excessive use of Instagram and TikTok, especially in teenagers.
Depression/anxiety linked to increased social media use.
Define and explain how people often lose track of time while using social media because of this addictive design feature.
Infinite scrolling or algorithmic feed
Despite its negative effects, social media can improve mental health when used for this type of community support.
Online mental health communities or peer support groups
Define and explain this phenomenon, often triggered by social comparison on social media, leads to lower self-esteem and dissatisfaction with life.
The comparison trap or self-esteem decline
Define and explain the term for the anxiety people feel when they’re without access to their phones or social media.
FOMO or nomophobia
This screen time habit, recommended by mental health experts, can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
Digital detox or limiting screen time before bed