Dr. Twenge, Thank you for bringing real research to this subject. As noted in the Journal of Affective Disorders article, "Digital media-related precursors to psychiatric hospitalization among youth," kids' issues with smartphones and social media are a key reason involved in a high number of psychiatric hospitalizations. Attempt to set limit on an adolescent's social media or phone and responses involving suicidal behavior are highly common.
Dr. Twenge, Thank you for bringing real research to this subject. As noted in the Journal of Affective Disorders article, "Digital media-related precursors to psychiatric hospitalization among youth," kids' issues with smartphones and social media are a key reason involved in a high number of psychiatric hospitalizations. Attempt to set limit on an adolescent's social media or phone and responses involving suicidal behavior are highly common.