Psychology

Associations between youth's daily social media use and well-being are mediated by upward comparisons

A. Irmer and F. Schmiedek

This exciting 14-day diary study involving 200 youths explores how social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube impact subjective well-being and social comparisons. Conducted by Andrea Irmer and Florian Schmiedek, the research uncovers crucial insights into how daily social media use influences self-worth and overall well-being among younger audiences.

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