Impacts of social media use on youth mental health

Although social media provides connection and support for some users, youth are at an increased risk for negative mental health outcomes in the context of excessive or problematic use.

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The Nurse Practitioner
Published
2026-02-24
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https://doi.org/10.1097/01.npr.0000000000000413
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Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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Impacts of social media use on youth mental health

Michaela K. Hogan, Linda Behar-Horenstein
The Nurse Practitioner
Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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Impacts of social media use on youth mental health

Michaela K. Hogan, Linda Behar-Horenstein
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Abstract

Although social media provides connection and support for some users, youth are at an increased risk for negative mental health outcomes in the context of excessive or problematic use.

The Nurse PractitionerVol. 51(3)
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Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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