Investigating Social Media Impact on Adolescent Health

This chapter delves into the recent congressional hearings scrutinizing social media companies and their impact on adolescents, highlighting the balance between benefits and harms. Experts from various fields analyze evidence to conclude that overall effects on teen health at a population level are inconclusive, emphasizing the need for stakeholders to weigh benefits and risks. The episode explores the varying impacts of social media on mental health, from positive aspects like social connection and participation to negative effects such as negative self-perception and depression.