Social Media and Teen Mental Health: Finding Balance in a Digital World

Why Is Social Media Such a Double-Edged Sword for Today’s Teens? For today’s adolescents, social media is nearly inseparable from daily life. Platforms offer spaces for connection, creativity, and even support around identity. At the same time, excessive use has been tied to rising rates of anxiety, depression, and cyberbullying. In fact, in 2023 the…