Psychology

Effects of a 14-day social media abstinence on mental health and well-being: results from an experimental study

L. C. D. Hesselle and C. Montag

Could quitting social media for just 14 days reshape mental well-being? This experimental study examined changes in problematic smartphone use, depression, anxiety, FoMO, loneliness, screentime and body image with daily assessments and a follow-up. Results showed reduced screentime and body-image dissatisfaction, with broader symptom decreases across time. Research was conducted by Lea C. de Hesselle and Christian Montag.