Housecall: Exploring the Psychological Effects of Social Media on Teens

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A recent study found up to 95% of teens reported using at least one social media platform, while more than one-third said they used social media “almost constantly.” While social media use is on the rise, so are cases of anxiety, depression and mental health conditions among teens. We connected with child psychiatrist Juan Jose Villar, M.D., to answer our questions about how we can keep teens safe and how social media is impacting them.