How can social media sites like Facebook and Instagram be responsible for so much human misery? We don't know for sure just yet, but we do have some ideas.
Clinical depression is a life-threatening mental health disorder that impacts every aspect of an individual's being.
Feeling down because of too much time spent on social media is a symptom of what's called "social media melancholy."
The use of social media distorts one's view of other people's lives and personalities.
The negative effects of social media on mental health are particularly noticeable in young people (teens and young adults).
Keep in mind that the image people present of themselves and their activities on social media is not necessarily accurate.
Though social media is a fun way to keep in contact with friends and family, it should never take the place of genuine face-to-face communication.