JAMA: Addictive digital habits tied to suicide risk in youth

Abstract

As digital devices become ever more entwined with daily life, a new study in JAMA raises urgent questions about how addictive patterns of screen use may shape the mental health of young people. Researchers have identified distinct trajectories of addictive use across social media, mobile phones and video games and found that these patterns are significantly associated with increased risks of suicidal ideation, suicide attempts and broader mental health challenges among U.S. youths.