Social Media Overuse Linked to Teen Anxiety, Depression: Study Reveals Critical Impact

• A new study links over three hours of daily social media use to increased anxiety and depression symptoms in teenagers.
• Researchers at Imperial College London analyzed data from 2,350 children across 31 London schools.
• The study found a stronger association in girls and suggested reduced sleep, especially due to late-night usage, as a key factor.
• Prof Mireille Toledano highlighted the clear trend between social media time and mental health outcomes.
• The findings emerge as the UK government considers measures to protect children online, including potential social media bans for under-16s.