Here's How Social Media Affects Your Mental Health | McLean Hospital - 0 views
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The platforms are designed to be addictive and are associated with anxiety, depression, and even physical ailments.
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According to the Pew Research Center, 69% of adults and 81% of teens in the U.S. use social media.
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To boost self-esteem and feel a sense of belonging in their social circles, people post content with the hope of receiving positive feedback. Couple that content with the structure of potential future reward, and you get a recipe for constantly checking platforms.
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