Why some Social Media Sites Are Linked to Risky Sexual Behavior in Young Teens

Why some social media sites are linked to risky sexual behavior in young teens

If young teens use social media to learn about sexual health, it is better if they use sites like YouTube rather than ones like Snapchat, a new study shows.

Exploring the Connection Between Social Media Use and Risky Sexual Behavior

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape where social media plays a dominant role in shaping adolescent experiences, a groundbreaking study from The Ohio State University sheds new light on how different types of social media platforms impact early teen sexual health behaviors. This rigorous investigation, published in the renowned journal Health Psychology, delves into a nuanced comparison between informational social media sites such as YouTu…

Why Some Social Media Sites Are Linked to Risky Sexual Behavior in Young Teens

If young teens use social media to learn about sexual health, it is better if they use sites like YouTube rather than ones like Snapchat, a new study shows. Researchers found that middle-schoolers were less likely to be motivated to engage in risky sexual behaviors if they sought information from primarily informational sites rather than ones that are more about interaction with peers.