If you feel like you’ve heard this before, that’s because you probably have. A new global study tied to the World Happiness Report 2026 once again ties popular social media like Instagram and TikTok to poorer mental health outcomes, especially with younger people.
The report finds that these platforms, which are driven by algorithmic feeds and influencer content, tend to have a more negative impact on mental wellbeing compared to apps focused on communication like WhatsApp and Facebook. So not all social media is being treated equally anymore.
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In the report, one of the key takeaways is that how people use social media matters more than how much they use it. The study states that platforms centered around passive scrolling and curated content are more
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