Social media fuels teen anxiety

2026-03-19 - 01:32

Heavy social media use is increasingly contributing to anxiety and low self-esteem among teenagers. Medical Services Pacific Senior Counsellor Isireli Kidareva says constant comparison with online content can make young people feel inadequate. He adds that cyberbullying, fear of missing out and late-night screen use are also affecting mental well-being. “Things can fall into patterns