Social Media Use Tied To Increase Of Depressive Symptoms In Adults
A Facebook whistleblower’s testimony before Congress and leaked internal documents detailed the increased risks for poor self-esteem, disordered eating, and suicidal thoughts in some young people using the apps. RELATED: Facebook Comes Under Fire After Whistleblower and Leaked Documents Reveal Negative Impact on Girls Now new research suggests that social media use may impact mental health in adults as well. Researchers found that social media platforms, including Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, were associated with an increased likelihood of depressive symptoms in adults who didn’t initially report depression....