Studies Show Social Media Use Increases Depression; Expert Tips on Getting Rid of Cellphone Dependence

According to a national study authored by Dr. Brain Primack, dean of the College of Education and Health Professions and professor of public health at the University of Arkansas, “Young adults who increased their use of social media were significantly more likely to develop depression within six months.” ShutterStock

Social platforms have become a part of people’s lives since the development of the internet. While the internet brings speed and convenience, it can also bring negative emotions such as anxiety and depression.

A study by the University of Bath found that individuals who stopped using social media for a week saw substantial improvements in their depression and anxiety. The findings were published on May 10 in the American journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking.