Too Much Social Media Can Harm Wellbeing, Study Finds

A new report warns that spending too much time on social media can reduce wellbeing. The World Happiness Reports studied how social media use relates to people’s happiness. It found a clear pattern: the more time people spend on social platforms, the bigger the loss in wellbeing. Wellbeing includes how satisfied people feel with their lives and how positive their mood is. The report does not claim that social media always causes harm, but it suggests that heavy and frequent use may be linked to worse mental health outcomes. It also implies that setting limits and taking breaks could help people protect their wellbeing. More research may be needed, but the message is strong.