Out of the world’s total population, about 93% is connected to internet service; out of this, about 60%, i.e. 4.8 billion people, are active on social media. The use of social media is increasing daily, and people are also facing health-related problems due to it. Especially for the young generation today, words like likes, followers, reach and viral are very important. Today’s young generation spends many hours out of 24 hours a day just scrolling through social media.
Children Happy With Gaming and Reels
So far, many reports and studies have come out in which it has been told about the problems faced by the youth due to excessive use of social media. Meanwhile, a recent national survey, including interviews with nearly 50,000 parents conducted in India, found that 6 in 10 youth aged 9 to 17 spend more than 3 hours daily on social media or gaming platforms.
17 per cent of respondent parents from Maharashtra state said their children stay online for more than 6 hours daily. 22 per cent of respondents across India said a similar thing. This survey also revealed that children feel happy after spending time on social media or gaming. About 10% of parents have said this.
It is clear from this study that social media is having more negative effects than positive effects, and parents now need to be alert. If the habit of using smartphones is not taught in children since childhood, then it will have a good impact on their later life, and the young generation will also remain healthy.
All These Problems Are Happening Due To Using It For 3 Hours Every Day
This study matched another report by American Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy in 2022. It has been said that using a mobile for 3 hours daily is causing health problems like depression and anxiety in children. The report described teen mental health as being at “deep risk of harm” and urged families to set limits and governments to set stricter standards for use.
