Sinking into Depression? Why Social Media Use May be to Blame

The wide accessibility of social media platforms on electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and computers has given rise to a number of health conditions, including depression. In fact, the excessive use of social media among young adults could lead to an increased risk for depression as well as other health issues. According to a national survey conducted by the University of Pittsburgh Center for Research on Media, Technology and Health (CRMTH), “people who report using seven to 11 social media platforms had more than three times the risk of depression and anxiety than their peers who use zero to two platforms.”[1] While the ability to stay plugged in in this fast-paced society has become the norm, it is fraught with peril.