If you were to think of social media platforms you used as a teenager, you probably would be able to just list down a handful. In the present world, however, social media has evolved into gigantic digital arenas filled with traffic and glamour, with usage that is consistently increasing. This usage is mostly rampant amongst teenagers, with research claiming that up to 95% of children aged 13-17 are using a social media platform, with more than a third using it almost constantly. This is why it’s more important now than ever to understand the link between social media and teen mental health.

While screen time is a need, there can be screen time effects on sensitive children if not managed consciously. You’re not alone if screen time worries you, especially with sensitive kids who feel more deeply.