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- Wed Aug 06, 2025 12:58 am
- Forum: Mental health of youth - the influence of social networks
- Topic: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
- Replies: 195
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Re: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
One thing I’ve observed is the paradox of loneliness in hyper-connected spaces. Teens can have hundreds of online friends and still feel alone. This shows that connection without depth can leave us feeling more isolated. We must teach the difference between digital presence and emotional presence—qu...
- Wed Aug 06, 2025 12:29 am
- Forum: Mental health of youth - the influence of social networks
- Topic: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
- Replies: 195
- Views: 937742
Re: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
Let’s also talk about how social media can distort body image. The constant exposure to “ideal” bodies—often edited or filtered—can make teens feel like they’ll never measure up. Boys, too, are increasingly affected, chasing impossible muscular standards. This pressure leads to disordered eating, ov...
