Check Teens Social Media

Parents should check teens social media accounts and talk to them about what they post. parents should check their teens social media accounts because a lot of things could be going on, on social media and the parents might not know. For example, he/she could be comparing their self to someone on social media that’s wealthier than they are. They also could be being a bully to other people on social media. In the article Studies offer mixed messages on social media's effect on young people it says,”Teenaagers are already self-conscious and easily affected by what others say”. “They might start comparing the lives of people on social media.” says Dr,Pate. Teens also could become addicted to social media and could possibly slip into a depression and have many anxiety attacks. …show more content…
Dr. Johnson says,” social media-related emotional problems in teenagers are often detected when they have other problems, such as learning and behavioral difficulties.” Teens should have limited time on social media so when they go to school to learn they can learn. Nityda Colman says “I think it is important for teachers, parents, and counselors to educate teen about the risks of social media and expose them to the issue. It’s important to go into detail around why social media can be harmful as well helpful.” By the same token, I agree with Nityda that teachers and parents should teach about the dangers of social