Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

A desire to connect with other people is a basic need that we all have.

Since the creation of social media only 25 years ago, people around the world have become more electronically connected than ever before, and yet, loneliness and feelings of disconnection have also greatly increased.

This resource will shed light on both the positive and negative impacts that social media has on all of our lives as well as how we can minimize potential harm.

Document created by Lauren M. Registered Social Worker