Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

Social media, especially the addictive nature of social media apps, has a detrimental impact on mental health. Spending excessive hours browsing social media often leads to feelings of depression, inadequacy, and imbalance. The constant exposure to curated highlight reels from others can create unrealistic comparisons, fostering negative emotional states. The book highlights the importance of attention span, solitude, and boredom, elements that are compromised by the constant engagement with smartphones.