ANXIOUS GENERATION (Part 1): What Social Media Is Doing to Our Kids
The Next Big Idea
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Social Media's Toll on Gen Z Mental Health
This chapter explores the negative impact of social media on the mental health of Gen Z, particularly focusing on increased anxiety and depression among girls. It emphasizes the role of social comparison fostered by platforms like Instagram, contrasting the experiences of boys and girls in their virtual interactions. The chapter critiques existing research that undermines the direct correlation between social media use and mental health issues, highlighting an urgent need for more comprehensive studies.
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