Social Media and Your Teen’s Mental Health
It’s not all bad or all good. Here’s a grounded way to think about screens, comparison, and your teen’s wellbeing.
The short answer
Social media can fuel comparison, anxiety, and disrupted sleep — but it’s also where teens connect and find community. The goal isn’t panic or a total ban; it’s helping them build a healthier relationship with it.
What helps
Curious conversations (not lectures), phones out of the bedroom at night, and modeling your own boundaries. If social media is clearly hurting your teen’s mood, therapy can help them build resilience and perspective.