For many of us, checking Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and other social media is a part of our normal routine. In 2023, there was an estimated 4.9 billion social media users worldwide. The average person spends 145 minutes on social media every day.
Viewing posts from friends and family across the world can be a way to make you feel more connected. However, social media use has a dark side.
Social media can negatively impact our overall wellbeing by fueling anxiety, depression, loneliness and FOMO (fear or missing out). These issues are especially prevalent in teens and young adults.
Social media is here to stay and will continue to evolve and become more invasive. If you’re spending a lot of time on social media and feeling sadness, dissatisfaction, frustration, or loneliness, it may be time to re-examine your relationship with your online presence.
Understanding how social media impacts our yourself and your loved ones.
Mental health impacts
Social media use may increase feelings of anxiety and depression, specifically in teens and young adults.
