The Problem
In America, millions of teens have their very own phone that they use to communicate. They use apps like instagram and tiktok which seem harmless at first but in realty are very dangerous. Social media can cause many problems such as:
- Distraction from Homework
- Disruption of Sleep
- Consuming Misinformation
- Unrealistic Expectations
- Exposion to exploters and predators
- Risk of mental health problems
Mayo Clinic states that "In a study focusing on 12- to 15-year-olds in the United States, spending three hours a day using social media was linked to a higher risk of mental health concerns."