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ArticleFrontiers in psychiatry2025

Navigating child and adolescent mental health in the digital age.

Giorgia Di Iorio, Dario Esposito, Sara Romano, Fabiola Panvino, Benedetta Altomonte, Giulia Conte, Maria Pia Casini, Arianna Terrinoni, Dario Calderoni, Romana Andò and 2 more

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Article in Frontiers in psychiatry, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

12 authors.

Giorgia Di IorioDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Dario EspositoDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Sara RomanoDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Fabiola PanvinoDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Benedetta AltomonteDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Giulia ConteDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Maria Pia CasiniDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Arianna TerrinoniDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Dario CalderoniDepartment of Human Neuroscience, Unit of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Romana AndòDepartment of Communication and Social Research, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Walter QuattrociocchiDepartment of Computer Science, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Benedetto VitielloSection of Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatry, Department of Public Health and Pediatric Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Since 2010, there has been a significant increase in mental health issues among children and adolescents, which coincides with the widespread use of social media (SM). While the exact relationship between SM use and psychiatric health remains unclear, growing evidence suggests that excessive screen time is linked to psychosocial symptoms. This article examines the importance of systematically assessing SM use as part of a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation for young individuals. Key factors to consider include the type, content, and purpose of SM use, as well as daily usage patterns and overall screen time. For instance, nighttime SM use can disrupt sleep and contribute to mental health issues. Additionally, while exposure to inappropriate content on SM may negatively affect mental health, positive online interactions can provide support and educational opportunities. Clinicians should also distinguish between different types of SM users-active creators, interactive participants, and passive consumers-since these engagement levels may influence mental health outcomes. Standardized tools for assessing SM use are recommended, though challenges arise due to the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Lastly, fostering open and non-judgmental communication with young patients about their digital habits is essential for understanding the role of SM in their lives and promoting healthier behaviors.

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adolescentsbody imagedepressive symptomsmental healthscreen timesocial mediawell-being

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PMID40485935
PMCPMC12141272

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