Social Media and Youth Mental Health | HHS.gov
This Advisory describes the current evidence on the impacts of social media on the mental health of children and adolescents.
Overview
Added
March 5, 2026
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Audience
parent
Grade range
Kindergarten–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Article
Keywords
Public Health Data and Reports
Introduction
Social Media and Youth Mental Health Advisory
- Core Finding: Current evidence is insufficient to conclude that social media is safe for children and adolescents.
- Primary Objective: To address and mitigate the potential risks of harm that social media platforms pose to youth mental health.
- Scope: The advisory synthesizes existing research regarding the impact of digital social platforms on the well-being of young users.
- Call to Action: The document outlines immediate, actionable steps for stakeholders to take to protect children and adolescents from identified risks.
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