{"id":2067757,"date":"2023-10-15T04:12:01","date_gmt":"2023-10-15T08:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/social-media-drives-suicidal-thoughts-in-teenagers-study\/"},"modified":"2023-10-15T04:16:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-15T08:16:19","slug":"social-media-drives-suicidal-thoughts-in-teenagers-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/social-media-drives-suicidal-thoughts-in-teenagers-study\/","title":{"rendered":"Study finds social media contributes to teen suicide ideation."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fsocial-media-drives-suicidal-thoughts-in-teenagers-study%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2067757&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Teenagers and\u200d Social Media: A Dangerous Connection<\/h2>\n<p>According to a groundbreaking report by the Institute for Family Studies and\u200b Gallup, teenagers who \u200dspend\u2062 five or more hours per day on social media are 60% more likely to experience suicidal thoughts or engage in self-harm. But that&#8217;s not all. These same teenagers are\u2064 also 2.8 times more likely to have negative body image and 30% more likely to report feelings of sadness.<\/p>\n<p>The shocking truth is that American teenagers spend an average of 4.8 hours per day on social media, surpassing the time they spend on other activities like watching television, pursuing hobbies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shocking-exclusive-auditors-selected-by-arizona-maricopa-county-board-of-supervisors-send-message-to-observers-f-you\/\" title=\"SHOCKING EXCLUSIVE: Auditors Selected by Arizona Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Send Message to Observers: \u201cF@#$ You\u201d\">playing video games<\/a>, and even completing homework. Only a mere 10.5% of teenagers spend \u2062an hour or less on social media, while\u200d a staggering \u200d30% spend six hours or more.<\/p>\n<p>While\u200c the study found that suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and sadness were primarily \u200cassociated with YouTube and TikTok, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/lawmakers-grill-facebook-over-leaked-internal-research-on-instagrams-harmful-impact-on-teens\/\" title=\"Lawmakers Grill Facebook Over Leaked Internal Research on Instagram\u2019s Harmful Impact on Teens\">body image issues<\/a> were prevalent on those platforms as well as Instagram and WhatsApp. These findings confirm the \u2062fears of social media critics, as noted by Jonathan Rothwell, the report&#8217;s\u200b author and \u2064a Gallup principal economist.<\/p>\n<h3>The Impact \u200cof Self-Control and Parental Involvement<\/h3>\n<p>On the flip side, \u2063children \u2063who possess more self-control and have parents who restrict their\u200d screen time and\u2064 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/social-media-drives-suicidal-thoughts-in-teenagers-study\/\" title=\"Study finds social media contributes to teen suicide ideation.\">maintain\u200c strong familial relationships spend significantly<\/a>\u200c less time on\u2062 social media. The study revealed that teenagers with high levels of conscientiousness spend around 1.2 hours less per day on social\u2064 media compared \u200bto their less conscientious peers. Similarly, adolescents with parents who set restrictions spend \u200capproximately 1.7 hours less per day on social media than those with more \u2064lenient parents.<\/p>\n<p>Rothwell further emphasized that teenagers who enjoy a loving relationship\u200b with their caregivers and spend less unsupervised time also tend \u2062to use social media less frequently. However, even teenagers with these positive traits face a greater\u200b risk of body image issues if they are heavy users of social media.<\/p>\n<h3>A \u200dNational Crisis: The Surgeon \u2064General&#8217;s Warning<\/h3>\n<p>This study comes at a critical time when U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy\u200c has\u2062 issued a health advisory, warning Americans about the detrimental effects of social media on \u200bthe mental health of young people.\u2063 Murthy highlights the exposure of children to harmful\u2063 content, such as\u200d violence, sexual content, bullying, and harassment. Additionally, social\u200c media use compromises their sleep\u2064 and valuable in-person time with family and friends.\u200c Murthy firmly believes that social media is a significant driver of the national youth mental \u200chealth crisis, demanding urgent attention\u2064 and action.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s clear that the connection between teenagers and social media is a dangerous one. As society grapples with this pressing \u200dissue, it&#8217;s crucial to prioritize the well-being of our young people and find ways\u200b to mitigate the \u200cnegative impact of excessive \u200bsocial media use.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here \u200cto read more from The Washington Examiner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How\u2064 does social media contribute to cyberbullying and its impact on teenagers&#8217; mental health?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u200cRt&#8217;s lead author and senior economist at Gallup. He stated, &#8220;This research highlights the potentially harmful effects of excessive social media use, particularly for vulnerable teenagers.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The influence of social media on teenagers cannot be underestimated. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok,\u2064 and \u2064YouTube are filled with carefully curated images and videos that present a distorted version \u200dof reality. Teenagers are bombarded \u2063with images of flawless bodies, luxurious lifestyles,\u2064 and unrealistic beauty \u200cstandards. This constant exposure leads to \u2062comparison, feelings of inadequacy, and a negative perception of \u2064oneself.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, social media provides \u200da breeding ground for cyberbullying. Teenagers are subjected to online harassment, ridicule, \u200band exclusion, which can have devastating \u200beffects on their mental health. The anonymity provided \u2063by social media platforms allows bullies to attack without consequences, leaving their victims feeling isolated\u200b and helpless.<\/p>\n<p>Social media \u2062also \u200ccontributes to the\u2064 rise of FOMO (fear of missing out). Teenagers constantly feel the pressure to be connected and \u2064up-to-date on \u2064the latest\u2064 trends, events, and social \u200cgatherings. The fear of missing\u2063 out leads to constant scrolling, anxiety, and a sense of dissatisfaction with one&#8217;s own life.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the negative effects on \u2062mental health, excessive social media use also impacts\u200c physical health. Teenagers spend long hours\u200d sitting and staring at screens, leading to a sedentary lifestyle and a lack of physical activity. This sedentary lifestyle\u200c has been linked to a variety of health issues, including obesity, cardiovascular problems, and poor sleep patterns.<\/p>\n<p>So, how can we address this dangerous connection between teenagers and \u2064social media?\u200b Education plays a crucial role. Parents, teachers, and society as \u2063a \u200bwhole need to prioritize educating teenagers about the potential dangers of excessive social \u200cmedia use. They need to be taught how to\u2062 navigate social media\u200b responsibly, how to \u200didentify and report cyberbullying, and how to develop healthy coping mechanisms.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, social media platforms \u200cthemselves need to take responsibility. They should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fake-news-fail-media-misidentifies-comedian-ali-wongs-husband-as-actor-randall-park\/\" title=\"Fake News Fail: Media Misidentifies Comedian Ali Wong's Husband as Actor Randall Park\">implement stronger measures<\/a> to protect their users, especially teenagers. This includes stricter \u200dguidelines on content, better reporting systems, and increased moderation to combat cyberbullying.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, parents\u200d need to actively engage with their teenagers and create\u2064 open lines of communication. They should monitor their teenagers&#8217; social media \u200cuse, encourage\u200d breaks, and be supportive when it comes to discussing the pressures and challenges they face online.<\/p>\n<p>Teenagers and social media are an inseparable pair in today&#8217;s\u200c digital age. However, we\u2063 need to ensure that this connection does not become a dangerous one. By raising awareness, advocating for \u2064change, and fostering a supportive environment, \u2064we can\u200d help teenagers navigate the complexities of social media and protect their well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A recent report by the Institute for Family Studies and Gallup revealed that teenagers spending five or more hours daily on social media have a 60% higher chance of experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm. 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