Tag: social media

Study suggests overall time on social media is not related to teen anxiety and depression

From the Brigham Young University press release: The amount of time teenagers spend on social networking sites has risen 62.5 percent since 2012 and continues to grow. Just last year,… Read more »

Study suggests social media stress can lead to social media addiction

From the Lancaster University press release: Social network users risk becoming more and more addicted to social media platforms even as they experience stress from their use. Social networking sites… Read more »

Study suggests Twitter image colors and content could help identify users with depression, anxiety

From the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine press release: Twitter users with depression and anxiety were found to be more likely to post pictures with lower aesthetic values and… Read more »

Study looks at effect of including partner when sharing information online

From the Carnegie Mellon University press release: If you’re in a relationship and like to share details about your life on social media, do yourself a favor and include your… Read more »

Study examines influence of social media on children’s food intake

From the University of Liverpool press release: New University of Liverpool research, published inĀ Pediatrics, highlights the negative influence that social media has on children’s food intake. Current research shows celebrity… Read more »

Study suggests negative experiences on social media tied to higher odds of feeling lonely

From the University of Pittsburgh press release: Positive interactions on social media are not making young adults feel more connected, whereas negative experiences increase the likelihood of them reporting loneliness,… Read more »

Study suggests excessive social media use is comparable to drug addiction

From the Michigan State University press release: Bad decision-making is a trait oftentimes associated with drug addicts and pathological gamblers, but what about people who excessively use social media? New… Read more »

Study suggests correlation between binge drinking in college and social media “addiction”

From the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs press release: College students who binge drink are frequently posting on social media while intoxicated and show signs of social media… Read more »