Adolescent social media use, including time spent, activity, investment, and addiction, is positively correlated with depression, anxiety, and psychological distress.

A systematic review: the influence of social media on depression, anxiety and psychological distress in adolescents

Most reviews view the associations between social media use and adolescent mental health as weak or inconsistent, with a few deeming them substantial or deleterious.

Social media use and its impact on adolescent mental health: An umbrella review of the evidence.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, social media use negatively impacted adolescents' and students' mental health, with potential positive effects like support for coping and connection for isolated individuals.

Impact of Social Media Use on Mental Health within Adolescent and Student Populations during COVID-19 Pandemic: Review

Social media use has a wide-ranging impact on mental health, affecting self-perception, mood, social relationships, and even psychiatric illnesses.

Influence of social media on mental health: a systematic review.

Social media interventions can improve mental well-being, particularly for depression, but the relationship between social media and mental well-being is complex and less time spent on social media does not necessarily improve mental well-being.

The impact of social media interventions on mental well-being: a systematic review

Increased time spent on social media is not associated with increased mental health issues like depression and anxiety over time when examined at the individual level.

Does time spent using social media impact mental health?: An eight year longitudinal study

Problematic social media use negatively impacts well-being, while positive correlations show it increases distress, with depression and loneliness being the most significant indicators.

A meta-analysis of the problematic social media use and mental health

Social media addiction is prevalent and affects the brain like drug and alcohol addiction, requiring better regulatory measures to prevent psychological disorders related to its usage.

Social media and its effect on mental health: Friend or foe?

Social media usage is linked to increased anxiety, depression, and loneliness, due to factors like comparison traps, cyberbullying, and constant information flow.

The Impact of Social media on Mental Health

Social media use can have a positive effect on mental health, but more qualitative and longitudinal research is needed to understand its structure and influence.

Social Media Use and Its Connection to Mental Health: A Systematic Review

Social media has both negative and positive effects on mental health, with strategies needed to reduce negative effects and increase positive effects.

Investigating the role of social media on mental health

Increased social media usage can potentially contribute to the next global crisis and contribute to social anxiety, requiring appropriate policy development.

Social media usage and its impact on users’ mental health: a longitudinal study and inputs to policymakers

Excessive social media use, particularly among vulnerable individuals, is linked to depression and other mental health disorders.

Social Media Use and Mental Health: A Global Analysis

Increased social media use among adolescents does not predict reduced life satisfaction over time, suggesting concerns about its relationship to mental health may be unwarranted.

Social media use and mental health

The rollout of Facebook in US colleges negatively impacted student mental health and increased the likelihood of experiencing impairments to academic performance due to poor mental health.

Social Media and Mental Health

Social media use is not predictive of impaired mental health in young adults, but vaguebooking is a potential warning sign for suicidal ideation.

Social Media Use and Mental Health among Young Adults

Social media's impact on mental health is complex and contradictory, with some studies reporting negative effects, no association, and others showing positive or buffering effects.

Social media use is significantly linked to depressive, disordered eating, and anxiety symptoms in adolescents, with body image, self-esteem, and anxiety acting as moderators.

Associations between social media, adolescent mental health, and diet: A systematic review

Frequent social media use is linked to increased anxiety, stress, depression, and loneliness, highlighting the need for responsible usage and awareness.

A Comprehensive Evaluation of the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health Reveals Noteworthy Effects

Social media has a significant negative impact on children's mental health, particularly affecting self-esteem and well-being, with potential links to cyberbullying and 'Facebook Depression'.

Impact of social media on the health of children and young people

The impact of social media on mental health

Some studies suggest social media use is positively correlated with depression, anxiety, and psychological distress, while other studies find the associations weak or inconsistent, with potential positive effects like support and connection.