In a recent study conducted at York University in Toronto, researchers say many young women feel badly about their bodies after logging on and viewing images of friends they perceive to be more attractive.
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3+ Hours Daily Social Media Use Linked to Poor Sleep Patterns in UK Teens
Spending three or more hours a day on social media is associated with poor sleep patterns, such as falling asleep after 11 pm on school nights and waking during the night, among UK teens, a new study suggests.
Read MoreLots of Time on Social Media Linked to Anxiety, Depression in Teens
Teens who spend more time with social media are more likely to suffer from social withdrawal, anxiety or depression, a new study says.
Read MoreHere’s How Too Much Social Media Can Harm Girls
Bingeing on social media isn’t good for any teen, but new research has pinpointed three ways in which hours spent on Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and Facebook may harm the mental health of young girls in particular.
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