Teen Social Media Addiction is a behavioral disorder in which teens become so preoccupied with and obsessed with social media that it distracts them from everyday life and results in negative consequences. Most teens engage in some form of social media, whether it be Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube or video games.
If the very thing your teen reaches for in the morning is their phone, they may be struggling with social media addiction. Especially if the reason they reach for their phone is to check various social media platforms. Teens that experiencing social media addiction become consumed with checking how many likes a photo received, if a comment they posted on Twitter was re-tweeted, or to check what other friends have posted. If your teen seems unable to get out of bed before checking their social media platforms, this may be a sign of addiction.
Is Your Teen Struggling with Social Media Addiction?
This article explored 7 signs your teen is addicted to social media. Similar to all other addictions, there are effective treatment methods available to treat social media addiction. Many parents are unaware that there are treatment options available for teens experiencing addiction outside of substance abuse. Outpatient treatment centers are able to effectively address all types of addiction. If your teen is struggling with social media addiction and is experiencing negative consequences associated with their Internet use, seek help from an addiction specialist. Clear Recovery Center is an outpatient treatment facility, located in Redondo Beach, that is able to effectively treat teens and adults struggling with a variety of presenting issue. Give us a call at (877) 799-1985, we are here to help!