Teens & Social Media Anxiety – When Likes Don’t Equal Love
- bonnielenyard
- Jul 14
- 1 min read
A 2025 Healthline report links excessive Instagram and TikTok use to rising anxiety in teens. Scrolling triggers constant comparison, sleep loss, and social disconnection. As a PMHNP, I help teens balance online life with real-life grounding.
5 Self-Help Tips:
Use screen limits: Built-in phone timers help.
Follow inspiring content: Unfollow toxic influencers.
Prioritize offline hobbies: Dance, art, nature walks.
Talk about feelings openly: Normalize anxiety.
Use a journal: Reflect on how posts make you feel.
Reference: Healthline Mental Health Tracker, May 2025.
