Question: Does social media contribute to bad mental health?

Kelly Rushton answered on 6 Nov 2018:

I think social media can have a negative side – what you see on Instagram and Facebook isn’t real life, and people find themselves comparing and then feeling less good than other people, which can contribute to things like feeling depressed and anxious. Just remember there’s always more to a photo than what you see, and you shouldn’t spend too much time on social media – go and see your friends in real life!