{"id":78800,"date":"2025-06-27T20:46:38","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T01:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitzness.com\/blog\/?p=78800"},"modified":"2025-06-27T20:46:38","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T01:46:38","slug":"social-media-impact-on-human-well-being","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitzness.com\/blog\/social-media-impact-on-human-well-being\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Media&#8217;s Impact on Well-being"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our hyper-connected world, social media is an integral part of daily life. From connecting with friends across the globe to instant information access, these platforms offer convenience and communication. As we spend increasing hours scrolling and posting, an important question arises: What are the actual, long-term effects of social media on human brains and overall well-being?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Benefits vs. Emerging Risks<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology and social media offer clear benefits such as enhanced communication and information dissemination. However, its extreme use, especially among younger generations like Generation Z, is becoming concerning. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-024-63566-y\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study done in 2019<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that children aged 8\u201312 years, on average, spend almost 5 hours daily on digital media for entertainment, excluding school use. This is just one example out of countless studies detailing the growing use of digital media. The rise in engagement raises concerns about the effects on developing brains. Research on digital media&#8217;s impact on cognitive outcomes shows both beneficial and detrimental relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Mental Health and Cognitive Functioning<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A primary topic when it comes to negative outcomes from social media is the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). Many are familiar with this term, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FOMO refers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the anxious feeling that arises when you perceive that other people are having rewarding experiences whilst you are absent. Social media platforms often trigger FOMO because of the stream of content showcasing other people&#8217;s success and excitement. This frequent exposure can form a\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FOMO habit loop <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where further social media use is driven by anxiety, creating a damaging cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This habit loop impacts mental health. O<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ver 50% of Americans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> report social media intensifying their feelings of anxiety and depression. For Generation Z, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/so03.tci-thaijo.org\/index.php\/ibsc\/article\/view\/286551\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">approximately 49% report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stress or anxiety due to social media use. The social comparison and exposure to unrealistic portrayals of life online<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0links to <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low self-esteem and body dissatisfaction, especially among teenage girls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond the mental struggle, social media also impacts our cognitive functions. One major topic is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">attentional overload<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where the constant distraction of notifications creates a continuous state of partial attention. This means our focus is always divided, which <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">limits our ability to concentrate deeply <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on one thing. This lowers productivity and decreases the brain\u2019s retention of memories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of memory, &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital dementia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; describes a decline in cognitive abilities caused by our excessive use of digital media. Over-reliance on our digital devices, like using smartphones for reminders or GPS for navigation, c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an diminish our long-term memory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In brain imaging studies, the heavy use of social media and media multitasking i<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s linked with<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> less grey matter in brain regions that are important for memory and emotional regulation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another issue is the instant gratification from digital platforms, creating a \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital addiction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d as the brain&#8217;s reward system is activated. This digital addiction<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can lead to<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> poor decision-making, short attention span, and even decreased empathy. Changes in the structure and function of the prefrontal cortex (controlling impulse control and emotion regulation) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/cognition\/articles\/10.3389\/fcogn.2023.1203077\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have been shown <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in individuals with heavy internet use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Regaining Control with Mindfulness<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given these impacts, creating a healthier relationship with digital media is critical. This is where mindfulness comes into play. Being mindful about your use of social media and technology encourages more conscious decision-making. One social media mindfulness practice <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">proposed in a recent scholarly article<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides an impactful three-step approach: awareness, insight, and action. First, become aware of your digital habits and the emotions associated with them. Notice tension in the body when viewing certain things or the frequency of media use. Then, begin reflecting on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">why<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you use social media and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it factors into your overall well-being. Finally, take action by setting intentions for yourself that will produce healthier outcomes. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/joca.12476?casa_token=m_zOQUbpXdYAAAAA%3AspHIQ6bDet5aCDwR6emPJ570AvmpeHWbYuhY8W5XpW9H8D2B9yDx6XsO3C2pqJfR4hhI5LIoDSw3wjE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good tip is<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> unfollowing any accounts that create the feeling of FOMO, turning off like-counts, and setting time limits for yourself. You can utilize built-in smartphone features like \u2018Screen Time\u2019 to track your usage and align with your new intentions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The journey to healthy usage of technology, social media, and other digital tools is complex. Understanding social media&#8217;s implications on human brains and mental health is the first step. By choosing to adopt more mindful practices, you can regain control over digital engagement. Allow technology to serve you instead of being a hindrance to your well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/Photo by fauxels: https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-people-using-smartphones-3183167\/\">Photo Credit<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our hyper-connected world, social media is an integral part of daily life. 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