Abstract:Purpose: With the marked increase in social media apps over the last two decades and teens’ dramatic increase in screen time, research examining the impacts of social media on teenage health outcomes is urgently needed. The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between adolescent social media use and high-risk behaviors (alcohol use, tobacco, vaping, sexual activity) and academic outcomes (ability to get good grades and complete homework). Methods: 234 adolescents were recruited via convenience… Show more
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