Impact of Social Media on: Modern Lifestyle, Mental Health and Behaviour

Dr. Akta Tripathi,Tanu Singh

Social Media, Mental Health, Lifestyle, Behaviour

Social media has become a huge part of our daily life, from chatting with friends to watching videos or scrolling through news. It connects people, provides fun, and opens new opportunities—but it also quietly affects our mind, habits, and lifestyle. How we spend time online, what we see, and how we compare ourselves to others can shape the way we think, feel, and act.This article explores how social media influences modern lifestyle and mental health. It looks at both the bright side—like learning new skills, staying connected, and finding inspiration—and the challenges, such as stress, anxiety, loneliness, or the pressure to match others’ online lives. Small things, like checking notifications or comparing posts, can have a bigger effect on our mood and choices than we often realize.While social media can be entertaining and motivating, it can also change behaviour and affect relationships if not used carefully. The article also highlights why balance is important and how conscious use of social media can help us enjoy its benefits without harming our well-being.

If you have ever wondered how your daily scrolling impacts your mind, habits, or even your happiness, this article gives a simple, easy-to-understand look at the positive and negative sides of social media, and how it quietly shapes modern life.

https://doi.org/10.31871/WJRR.21.6.3