Is social media abuse linked to mental health?

english.khabarhub.com · 4 days ago

Psychiatrist Basudev Karki states that the increasing negativity and abusive language on social media are significantly impacting mental health and social relationships, linking it to individual mindset and societal environment. He notes that algorithms promote sensational content for engagement, and excessive social media use can lead to addiction, stress, and reduced self-esteem. Karki criticizes Nepal's lack of digital literacy and regulation, urging for shared responsibility in promoting awareness, digital literacy education, and platform accountability to mitigate the negative effects of social media.