Meta's Own Research Finds Parental Supervision Doesn't Really Help Curb Teens' Compulsive Social Media Use

Meta's internal research study has found that parental supervision may not be effective in helping teens regulate their social media use. According to the study, teens with trauma are more inclined to overuse social media. This finding raises concerns about the impact of social media on young people's mental health and the need for more effective strategies to address this issue.

The study, which was conducted by Meta, found that parental supervision may not be enough to curb teens' compulsive social media use. In fact, the study suggests that teens with trauma are more likely to overuse social media, which can exacerbate their mental health issues.

This finding is concerning, as it suggests that parental supervision may not be enough to protect teens from the negative effects of social media. Instead, parents and caregivers may need to take a more proactive approach to addressing their child's social media use and ensuring that they are using it in a healthy and responsible way.

The study's findings also highlight the need for more research into the impact of social media on young people's mental health. As social media continues to play a larger role in our lives, it is essential that we understand its effects on our mental health and take steps to mitigate any negative consequences.

The study's findings are based on an internal research study conducted by Meta. ^[2]

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[1] Google announces dates for I/O 2026
[2] Meta's own research found parental supervision doesn't really help curb teens' compulsive social media use
[3] Password managers' promise that they can't see your vaults isn't always true