According to a recent report by the Wall Street Journal, Facebook studies over the past three years have shown how Instagram affects teenagers, specifically teenage girls.Researchers claim that 32% of teen girls said that Instagram made them feel worse if they were already having negative thoughts about their own bodies.
And just because it’s happening most commonly with girls doesn’t mean boys aren’t experiencing harm as well.
The evolution of social media has spread so fast that it’s part of the daily routine for many teenagers and young adults. And while platforms like Facebook and Instagram have revolutionized the way we connect and communicate with each other in positive ways, it also has its detriments, as these Facebook studies show.
Many teen girls report negative self-image impacts after looking at Instagram. There is also reason to believe the harmful effects of social media can start in younger kids, too.
For example, many notice that pre-teens who excessively use social media have difficulty communicating, don’t make eye contact and have trouble paying attention to their real life. Eventually, kids who overuse social media can experience low self-esteem and become isolated, depressed, and anxious.
If you notice your child is on their phone using social media excessively, pay attention to their attitudes and behaviors. If you observe any of the following, consider setting boundaries with their screen time or seek professional help:
With the explosion of social media comes mental health issues and potential legal issues. Some common legal concerns in social media include:
Social media is nothing new anymore, but as it grows and adapts, we need to understand our rights as users. Talk to your provider attorney to understand how you can protect yourself and your kids from the potentially negative impact it can have them.
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