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Problematic social media use

Social media use that is linked to poorer mood, sleep, safety, or relationship quality rather than healthy connection.

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Social media and relationships teens

Social media and relationships teens

Why social media matters so much in teen relationships Adolescence is a period of rapid social development. Teens are learning how to belong, how to balance independence with closeness, and how to read social cues in real time. Social media extends those lessons into a space that is always available, highly visible, and often emotionally […]