Role of social media in

rising mental health

issues

Presented by:

• Huzaifa Shabbir
• Mawahid Abbas
• Muhammad Usman
 Introduction
The RSPH report revealed that 68% of young people
believe that social media negatively impacts their self- • Reader’s Hook (fact)
esteem and contributes to issues like body image
concerns and lower self-esteem. Social media has become
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an integral part of many people's lives, and its impact on
mental well-being varies from person to person. Social
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media also brings about several notable challenges,
including enabling cyberbullying, triggering Fear of
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Missing Out (FOMO), and fostering digital fatigue.
Moreover, delving deeper into the profound impact of
cyberbullying discerns that it undermines self-esteem and
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triggers alarming self-injurious thoughts.

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Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying, facilitated by the pervasive influence of social

media, poses a pressing societal issue as it undermines the self-
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esteem and induces self-injurious thoughts. To begin with,
victims often experience a decline in self-esteem and self-worth as • Green words are transitions for major supporting
they are exposed to hurtful comments and derogatory content. details
Tragically, some resort to self-injurious thoughts to cope with
emotional distress. For instance, study in JAMA papers revealed a
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threefold increase in self-injurious and suicidal tendencies among details
cyberbullying victims. Furthermore, detrimental effects of social
media evolve the FOMO, which in turn not only induces anxiety,
but also contributes to feelings of loneliness.
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Fear of missing out [FOMO]

Rampant social media use has brought about a challenging

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effect known as FOMO, leading to anxiety and loneliness.
Firstly, uncontrolled social media usage causes FOMO which in • Green words are transitions for major
turn triggers anxiety. For instance, by exposing individuals to supporting details
others' exciting activities, intensifying the pressure to join in
more to keep up with peers. Secondly, FOMO also drives
increased social media use for real-time updates, diminishing • Blue words are transitions for minor
face-to-face interactions and increasing real-world loneliness. In supporting details
addition, ungoverned social media usage leads to digital fatigue
which triggers insomnia and escapism.
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Digital fatigue

Widespread digital fatigue in individuals has far-reaching

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consequences, with notable impacts being insomnia and escapism.
At first, late-night screen exposure can hinder sleep, potentially
causing insomnia. To illustrate, the blue light emitted by screens • Green words are transitions for major
has the capacity to interfere the production of melatonin, a hormone supporting details
crucial for regulating the sleep-wake cycle. Furthermore, the
continuous online entertainment can drive people to seek solace • Blue words are transitions for minor
from other tense activities, offering a temporary escape from daily supporting details
life's stress and challenges, ultimately leading to escapism. In light
of these compelling effects, it's evident that social media's impact
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on mental health is intricate and substantial.
 Conclusion

In conclusion, social media can exacerbate mental health

problems by promoting cyberbullying, triggering fear of
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missing out and precipitating digital fatigue. It is crucial
that we collectively prioritize digital well-being,
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fostering a more positive online environment through
awareness, education, and responsible use of social
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media to protect our mental health in the digital age.
Thank You!