As social media becomes a central part of young people's lives, concerns are growing about its impact on their mental health.

About this research This study is Pew Research Center’s latest effort to explore the landscape of teens and technology today.

Screens are now an integral part of our daily lives, and their use raises more and more questions about their effects on ...

Opinion: It's time to confront social media's negative impacts on our kids.

Paul Fertig argues that the villainization of social media is overdone, and that we must promote moderation instead.

Explore the impact of social media on emotional and mental health. Author Stacy Sneed discusses the pressure, comparison, and validation cycle.

New research from the University of Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre finds that heavy social media use is linked to lower ...

Some Helix Charter High School students take a break from classes to spend time on their cell phones during the lunch hour. (Photo by Lauren Knuth) Social media is rapidly changing lives. The effects ...

Countries around the world are moving to restrict children’s access to social media, led by Australia’s landmark law banning ...

Child and adolescent family therapist Darby Fox discusses new research on how teens perceive social media. Many credit ...