Examining the Impact of Social-Media on Adolescent Mental Health

Abstract

Since social media platforms provide a space for social engagement, self-expression, and knowledge sharing, they have become an essential component of teens' everyday life. Still, a lot of worries have been expressed about how social media use affects teenage mental health. Through an examination of the direct and indirect impacts mediated by a variety of psychological and physiological factors, this study delves into the complex relationship between social media usage habits and outcomes related to teenage mental health. This research will contribute to the understanding of the complex interactions between social media use and mental health indicators, such as anxiety, depression, and self-esteem, by using a varied sample of teenagers. This research investigates the varied effects of diverse social media material, varying parental participation levels, and digital literacy on the mental health of teenagers through a mixed-method approach that includes quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews.