Youth social media linked use to risky health behaviors, according to study

A comprehensive study published in the BMJ has revealed a concerning correlation between social media use among adolescents and engagement in unhealthy behaviors. The research, encompassing over 1.4 million youths aged 10 to 19, indicates that exposure to social media significantly increases the likelihood of indulging in harmful activities such as alcohol and drug use, antisocial behavior, risky sexual practices, and gambling.