Why social media makes you feel bad – and what to do about it

  • Written by: Divna Haslam, Senior Research Fellow, Queensland University of Technology
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Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media and noticed you felt a bit down? Maybe a little envious? Why aren’t you on a yacht? Running a startup? Looking amazing 24/7?

The good news is you are not alone. Although social media has some benefits, it can also make us feel a little depressed.

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