Social MediaJun 8, 2026
Just one day of outdoor play improves children’s mental health
In the wake of government screen time guidance issued for under-5s, new research from the University of Exeter has revealed how ...
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Social MediaJun 4, 2026
Is your child glued to screens? Psychologist shares 5 changes parents may notice after cutting screen time
Children of the digital age is endearingly called ‘iPad kids,’ a term used for young children who seem glued to their screens.
Social MediaMay 26, 2026
Summer break mental health: Screen time, routine changes can impact children’s mood
PERRY COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - School is out for the summer for many students throughout the Commonwealth, but health experts say the ...
Social MediaMay 26, 2026
Could excessive screen time be quietly damaging your brain? Neurologists explain the hidden risk of cognitive decline
The average person now checks their phone dozens of times a day. Notifications interrupt conversations, videos autoplay endlessly ...
Social MediaMay 21, 2026
Screen Time Is Harmful To Children And Should Be Limited, Surgeon General Warns
The Surgeon General has issued a warning to parents about the detrimental effects of screen time for children. HHS Excessive ...
Social MediaMay 21, 2026
Trump health officials issue advisory on children and teens’ excessive screen time
HHS advisory says high screen time among youths can be linked to poor sleep and weakened in-person relationships Health officials ...
Social MediaMay 20, 2026
HHS warns of children’s screen time use, citing impact on sleep, mental health
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) warned about children’s screen time in an advisory released Wednesday, citing ...
Social MediaMay 20, 2026
Screen time limits can protect children’s health, U.S. surgeon general advisory says
Too much screen time for children threatens their mental and physical health, a new U.S. surgeon general advisory warns.
Social MediaMay 20, 2026
New surgeon general’s advisory raises alarm about screen time risks for kids and teens
Too much screen use among kids and teens – including endless social media scrolling, nonstop texting and hours of video games ...
Social MediaMay 16, 2026
When screen time crosses a line: Social media’s toll on mental health
Phones are an important part of everyday life for most people. From ordering food, online shopping and connecting with others ...
Social MediaMay 14, 2026
Excessive screen time affects sleep, mental health of Dhaka children: icddr,b study
A new icddr,b study has found alarmingly high levels of digital screen time among school children in Dhaka, raising concerns over ...
Social MediaMay 5, 2026
How social media affects mental health, and why it’s complicated
The digital media that people consume can influence not only their thoughts, but it can also have a major impact on behavior ...
Social MediaApr 27, 2026
Screen Time Mental Health
Today, on World Day for Safety and Health at Work, you need to look at how occupational conditions impact your physical well-being.
Social MediaApr 26, 2026
[OPINION] Social media: A lifeline for young Filipinos’ mental health
In the Philippines, the digital scream of social media has transcended its purpose for this generation. It has become a sanctuary ...
Social MediaApr 24, 2026
Negative effects of excessive screen time
In today’s fast-paced world, screens have become an integral part of daily life, serving as a primary means for work ...
Social MediaApr 21, 2026
Not all screen time is created equal, so what are the best and worst types?
The media we consume and how long we spend consuming it can impact our mental health. In a world where screens are scrutinized ...
Social MediaApr 19, 2026
Beyond access: adolescent social media policy must also consider cultural context
This reduces confidence that observed associations between social media use and mental health generalise across cultures. The article highlights that social media can provide connection, identity ...
Social MediaApr 7, 2026
Users of social media and AI chatbots for health information are more likely to say they are convenient than accurate
This Pew Research Center report looks at Americans’ views on health information and how they view their own health. Pew ...
Social MediaApr 1, 2026
Karnataka Government Drafts Policy To Address Excessive Digital Use Among Students
The Karnataka government on Wednesday announced a draft policy aimed at promoting responsible digital use among students ...
Social MediaApr 1, 2026
Social Media Use and Mental Health
This collection supports and amplifies related to SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being. Social media has rapidly become integral to ...
Social MediaApr 1, 2026
Karnataka drafts policy to curb student screen time, mental health risks
Karnataka's Department of Health & Family Welfare, in collaboration with the National Institute of Mental Health and ...
Social MediaMar 27, 2026
Research points to how companies could make social media less addictive for teens
Two court verdicts this week spotlight the risks for teens from using social media — focusing on not just the content but the ...
Social MediaMar 26, 2026
Health influencers talk social media and mental health
Alex Hogan is STAT’s senior multimedia producer and host of STATus Report, STAT’s weekly video series. You can follow him on ...
Social MediaMar 26, 2026
Social media can be addictive, a jury finds. Research hints at a link
Social media is designed to be addictive, jurors in a landmark trial against two of the largest social media companies have found.
Social MediaMar 25, 2026
How Social Media Really Impacts Teen Mental Health
How harmful is social media for teenagers? This is one of the most debated questions surrounding youth health today, and the ...
Social MediaMar 25, 2026
UK government to trial social media ban for hundreds of teens
The U.K. is rolling out a trial social media ban for hundreds of teenagers. The trial will see restrictions ranging from curfews ...
Social MediaMar 20, 2026
Pinterest CEO: Governments Should Ban Social Media for Kids Under 16
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Social MediaMar 16, 2026
Survey Reveals Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Princeton University in the United States, in collaboration with Saiful Mujani Research and Consulting (SMRC ...
Social MediaMar 9, 2026
Policy moment: Case for social media age limit
In the opening minutes of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s record 17th budget speech a few days ago, he bowled a ‘doosra ...
Social MediaMar 8, 2026
Social media is hurting students' performance—with one exception in a single subject
Watching videos while doing homework, texting friends in the evening instead of sleeping: Social media shapes the daily lives of many children and teenagers. This has an impact on their grades.