How do I tell if my social media use is unhealthy?
Teens & Identity
Unhealthy social media use interferes with real life, causes anxiety, and involves compulsive checking.
Signs of unhealthy social media use include spending hours scrolling without realizing it, feeling anxious when you can't check your phone, comparing yourself constantly to others online, and neglecting real-world Interpersonal relationship and responsibilities. You might feel worse about yourself after using social media, or find that it interferes with sleep, work, or school. If social media is causing more Psychological stress than joy, it might be time to set Personal boundaries like designated phone-free times, unfollowing accounts that make you feel bad, or taking regular digital detoxes.