Adolescence and social networks. how do they affect the mental health of young people? - child adolescent psychology

Adolescence is a time of significant change, and social networks play an important role in the lives of young people. However, their excessive use can have negative consequences.

Negative impacts identified

• Increased anxiety and depression due to constant comparison with others
• Increased anxiety and depression due to constant comparison with others
• Increased anxiety and depression due to constant comparison with others.
• Sleep problems due to nightly use of devices.
• Reduced self-esteem and the appearance of eating disorders.
• Exposure to cyberbullying and inappropriate content.

Warning signs on social networks

• Sudden profile closures.
• Sudden profile closures
• Sudden profile closures.
• Farewell messages or worrisome posts.
• Suddenly closing a profile.
• Suddenly closing a profile.
• Changes in digital habits.

Recommendations for parents and educators

• Encourage a balanced and conscious use of technology.
• Establish clear limits and schedules for device use.
• Establish clear limits and schedules for device use.
• Promote offline activities and direct social contact.
• Maintain open and non-judgmental communication about the content they consume.