ADDICTION TO SOCAL MEDIA
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Addiction to social media” refers to a behavioral addiction where someone compulsively uses social media platforms to the point where it significantly disrupts their daily life, relationships, work, or other important areas, often driven by an uncontrollable urge to check for updates, likes, or comments, despite negative consequences.
US Cases: 5%-10%
World Cases:
Sex Ratio: girls+
Age Onset: 13-15
Brain Area:
Symptoms: Preoccupation/compulsion
Progression: anxiety, depression & stress, ADHD
Therapies:
Medications:
YouTube Video: Addiction to Social Media
Amazon or Library book: 6-Social Media DETOX

Support Groups:
Online Application to “Internet and Technology Addicts Anonymous”