IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA TO THE HEALTH STATUS OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS

Bella  P. Magnaye,

IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA TO THE HEALTH STATUS OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS

Abstract:

Social media networks became more endemic in the society. However, more people use these, the more they have lesser knowledge on the effect of social media in the health status of children and adolescents. This study aimed to determine the impact of social media to the health status of children and adolescents using descriptive-correlational design. Elementary students are always addicted to the internet even if their grade or schoolwork was affected due to the amount of time they spend online. Most students prioritize checking their emails rather than doing urgent tasks as needed. A proposed plan of action was developed to enhance the knowledge of elementary students on the proper management of health effects of internet addiction.