Tag - Mental Health

Study Finds Social Media Isn’t Entirely Harmful To Teen Mental Health

Image Credits:The Good Brigade(opens in a new window)/ Getty ImagesIt’s well-established that social media can negatively affect teens—Meta’s own research revealed that Instagram worsens body image for one in three teen girls, and Snapchat has faced multiple lawsuits for failing to address cyberbullying. Even a former U.S. Surgeon General has warned about the risks...

Expert Warns of Mental Health Risks from AI Ghosts

Credit: DepositphotosThe expert warns of mental health risks linked to AI ghosts, cautioning that interacting with AI versions of deceased individuals could harm psychological well-being. Concerns include emotional attachment to the AI, confusion between reality and simulation, and the potential for harmful advice. This underscores the need to address the psychological impact of such...

Mental Health Correlates with Adverse Pregaming Effects in Students

A study has linked social anxiety and depression to more negative pregaming consequences in college studentsDepositphotosA recent study discovered that college students with social anxiety and depression were more inclined to engage in 'pregaming'—drinking alcohol before attending social events—and faced more negative consequences as a result. These findings underscore the importance of interventions targeting...