Addictive Screen Use Tied To Higher Youth Suicide Risk 

Adolescents who have increasing or high levels of addictive use of mobile phones, social media, or video gaming (collectively referred to as “screens”) are more likely to have suicide-related behaviors and mental health problems than youth with lower levels of addictive use, according to a four-year study. Addictive use was determined by the participant’s responses to a questionnaire about their attitudes and behaviors related to screen use, and whether the use is interfering with other life domains, such as family, school, or a job. 

The researchers noted that time spent on screens can displace other important activities . . .