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We have heard the warnings about screen time and kids for years now, but instead of just measuring how long they were on screens, a recent study focused on how they used them. Teens with high or increasing addictive patterns in using social media, phones, or gaming had 2–3 times higher risk of suicidal behaviors and ideation, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, aggression, or rule-breaking. So what are these addictive patterns? Using screens to calm anxiety or escape from stress, and their use getting in the way of sleep, school, and social life, are the most common. These addictive patterns share traits with other behavioral and substance addictions, like cravings, poor control, and emotional withdrawal when not using.
