Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) can drive people to constantly check social media to stay updated on others’ lives. This urge to stay connected can become compulsive, leading to problematic social media... Read more »
Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) is the anxiety that others are having rewarding experiences without you, often triggered by social media. Studying FoMO across cultures is important because its effects—on well-being, behavior,... Read more »
Social media enables psychologists to raise awareness of systemic inequalities, share accessible psychoeducation, and challenge stigma. By highlighting social factors affecting mental health, they foster critical consciousness, empower marginalized communities, and promote... Read more »
Do you find yourself scrolling through social media long after you meant to stop? If you have ADHD, you’re not alone—and there’s a scientific reason behind it. People with ADHD are more... Read more »
Social media can influence drinking behaviors by promoting alcohol consumption as a socially accepted coping mechanism, increasing perceived norms around drinking, and shaping individuals’ attitudes through repeated exposure to alcohol-related content and... Read more »
Yes, social media can make ADHD symptoms worse. Although it doesn’t cause ADHD itself, social media can amplify existing difficulties, like maintaining focus or resisting impulses, by offering a constant stream of... Read more »
Content viewed on social media often showcases idealized body standards, leading to increased body dissatisfaction and self-comparison. This exposure negatively impacts body image, resulting in reduced self-esteem and increased psychological distress among... Read more »
In 1974, before we carried internet access in our pocket-sized cellphones, two Christian evangelists started their own television show. Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, former traveling preachers, founded the Praise The Lord... Read more »
The facts are well-known at this point (Haidt, 2024): Beginning around 2010, large numbers of American teens bought smartphones and opened social media accounts. Since 2010, rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide... Read more »
Social media anxiety, fatigue, and lurking behaviors are growing phenomena where users experience stress, exhaustion, and passive consumption on platforms. Investigating motivations behind these behaviors is crucial for understanding user well-being, platform... Read more »